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    <itunes:summary>Join Memphis Wrestling Hall of Famers "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy "Wildfire" Rich as each week they sit down with host Gene Jackson and share stories from the ring and the road, and they may even invite along a guest or two from time to time! &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com/s/dangerous-conversations-wdoug-gilbert?utm_medium=podcast"&gt;retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com&lt;/a&gt;</itunes:summary>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/ Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 66: Fan Mail, Belts, &amp; Bail Money!</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>The episode kicks off with Tommy getting ready for WrestleCon in Las Vegas, breaking down what fans can expect, who’s going to be there, and why it’s become one of the biggest wrestling gatherings in the world.<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>From there, the conversation turns into exactly what this show does best:<br>Doug brings in some fan researched stats and questions, leading to a fun (and sometimes hilarious) look at:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> The championships Tommy held and which ones meant the most </strong></li><li><strong> How titles were treated differently in the territory days vs. today </strong></li><li><strong> The importance of regional titles like the Georgia Heavyweight Championship </strong></li><li><strong> And why having too many belts today can take away from their meaning</strong></li></ul><p><strong>They also dive into some of the more random (but fun) topics fans bring up:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> Ring music choices and how sometimes it wasn't well thought out</strong></li><li><strong> Old tag team runs, forgotten promotions, and obscure titles </strong></li><li><strong> And how certain small details stick with fans for decades</strong></li></ul><p><strong> This is one of those episodes that feels like you're just riding in the car to the next town with the Memphis Mafia:<br> stories, laughs, memories, and a whole lot of “you can’t make this stuff up!”</strong></p>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>The episode kicks off with Tommy getting ready for WrestleCon in Las Vegas, breaking down what fans can expect, who’s going to be there, and why it’s become one of the biggest wrestling gatherings in the world.<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>From there, the conversation turns into exactly what this show does best:<br>Doug brings in some fan researched stats and questions, leading to a fun (and sometimes hilarious) look at:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> The championships Tommy held and which ones meant the most </strong></li><li><strong> How titles were treated differently in the territory days vs. today </strong></li><li><strong> The importance of regional titles like the Georgia Heavyweight Championship </strong></li><li><strong> And why having too many belts today can take away from their meaning</strong></li></ul><p><strong>They also dive into some of the more random (but fun) topics fans bring up:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> Ring music choices and how sometimes it wasn't well thought out</strong></li><li><strong> Old tag team runs, forgotten promotions, and obscure titles </strong></li><li><strong> And how certain small details stick with fans for decades</strong></li></ul><p><strong> This is one of those episodes that feels like you're just riding in the car to the next town with the Memphis Mafia:<br> stories, laughs, memories, and a whole lot of “you can’t make this stuff up!”</strong></p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich open the floor to the fans and you know that means NOTHING is off limits!</strong><br></p>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich open the floor to the fans and you know that means NOTHING is off limits!</strong><br></p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:34:46 -0500</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich open the floor to the fans and you know that means NOTHING is off limits!</strong><br></p>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 64: CARD SUBJECT TO CHANGE</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich kick things off a bit differently rather than going into one longform topic, they kick off with a wide ranging, free flowing conversation that perfectly captures what makes this podcast special.</p><p>We get:</p><ul><li>A full rundown of upcoming appearances, fan fests, and where you can catch The Memphis Mafia back together again</li><li>Stories from the road, including airport chaos, travel headaches, and how things have changed for wrestlers on the move</li><li>Behind the scenes insight into upcoming conventions featuring some of the biggest names in wrestling history</li></ul><p>But where this episode really shines is when the guys start digging into the past…</p><p>Doug and Tommy break down:</p><ul><li>A classic 1970s Louisville Gardens card, including a wild six-man featuring Lawler, Dundee, Tojo, and more</li><li>The art of building angles back in the territory days and how one feud could stretch for weeks with different stipulations</li><li>Why gimmick matches actually <em>meant something</em> back then—and how they drew money</li></ul><p>All that and much, much more on another can't episode of "Dangerous Conversations"!</p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich kick things off a bit differently rather than going into one longform topic, they kick off with a wide ranging, free flowing conversation that perfectly captures what makes this podcast special.</p><p>We get:</p><ul><li>A full rundown of upcoming appearances, fan fests, and where you can catch The Memphis Mafia back together again</li><li>Stories from the road, including airport chaos, travel headaches, and how things have changed for wrestlers on the move</li><li>Behind the scenes insight into upcoming conventions featuring some of the biggest names in wrestling history</li></ul><p>But where this episode really shines is when the guys start digging into the past…</p><p>Doug and Tommy break down:</p><ul><li>A classic 1970s Louisville Gardens card, including a wild six-man featuring Lawler, Dundee, Tojo, and more</li><li>The art of building angles back in the territory days and how one feud could stretch for weeks with different stipulations</li><li>Why gimmick matches actually <em>meant something</em> back then—and how they drew money</li></ul><p>All that and much, much more on another can't episode of "Dangerous Conversations"!</p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich kick things off a bit differently rather than going into one longform topic, they kick off with a wide ranging, free flowing conversation that perfectly captures what makes this podcast special.</p><p>We get:</p><ul><li>A full rundown of upcoming appearances, fan fests, and where you can catch The Memphis Mafia back together again</li><li>Stories from the road, including airport chaos, travel headaches, and how things have changed for wrestlers on the move</li><li>Behind the scenes insight into upcoming conventions featuring some of the biggest names in wrestling history</li></ul><p>But where this episode really shines is when the guys start digging into the past…</p><p>Doug and Tommy break down:</p><ul><li>A classic 1970s Louisville Gardens card, including a wild six-man featuring Lawler, Dundee, Tojo, and more</li><li>The art of building angles back in the territory days and how one feud could stretch for weeks with different stipulations</li><li>Why gimmick matches actually <em>meant something</em> back then—and how they drew money</li></ul><p>All that and much, much more on another can't episode of "Dangerous Conversations"!</p>
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      <itunes:keywords>Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Louisville</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 63: Hall of Fame Honors, Losing Legends, &amp; Acquired Tastes</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>The episode opens with some updates as Tommy discusses his impressive weight loss journey and how much better he’s feeling physically thanks to it.  The guys take some time at the beginning of the show to pay their respects to Dennis Condrey who recently passed away. They share personal memories of Condrey’s toughness, smooth in-ring style, and professionalism, while also discussing how aging and loss have become increasingly common realities within the pro wrestling community. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>A major talking point centers on Sid Vicious (Eudy) being announced this week for the WWE Hall of Fame. Doug and Tommy both agree the honor is well deserved, recalling Sid’s freakish athleticism, imposing presence, and the unique ability to remain a top attraction in multiple major promotions. They also address how rumors and misunderstandings often shaped public perception of wrestlers’ reputations, especially in the pre-internet era when false advertising or missed bookings could easily damage a performer’s image without them ever knowing they were advertised for a show. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Fan questions drive much of the episode’s second half. Highlights include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> A humorous exchange about Doug’s legendary use of electrical tape throughout his career. </strong></li><li><strong> Memories of working with enhancement talent and how many future stars began their careers “putting guys over” on television before getting their break in another territory. </strong></li><li><strong> A serious discussion about wrestler safety prompted by a recent OVW incident involving a referee suffering a seizure mid match.</strong></li><li><strong> Reflections on the funniest personalities in wrestling, with Brad Armstrong and Roddy Piper earning special mentions for their humor behind the scenes.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Blending heartfelt tributes, territory storytelling, industry insight, and the trademark humor that defines the show, Episode #63 delivers another entertaining hour of old school wrestling conversation that longtime fans will appreciate.</strong></p>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>The episode opens with some updates as Tommy discusses his impressive weight loss journey and how much better he’s feeling physically thanks to it.  The guys take some time at the beginning of the show to pay their respects to Dennis Condrey who recently passed away. They share personal memories of Condrey’s toughness, smooth in-ring style, and professionalism, while also discussing how aging and loss have become increasingly common realities within the pro wrestling community. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>A major talking point centers on Sid Vicious (Eudy) being announced this week for the WWE Hall of Fame. Doug and Tommy both agree the honor is well deserved, recalling Sid’s freakish athleticism, imposing presence, and the unique ability to remain a top attraction in multiple major promotions. They also address how rumors and misunderstandings often shaped public perception of wrestlers’ reputations, especially in the pre-internet era when false advertising or missed bookings could easily damage a performer’s image without them ever knowing they were advertised for a show. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Fan questions drive much of the episode’s second half. Highlights include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> A humorous exchange about Doug’s legendary use of electrical tape throughout his career. </strong></li><li><strong> Memories of working with enhancement talent and how many future stars began their careers “putting guys over” on television before getting their break in another territory. </strong></li><li><strong> A serious discussion about wrestler safety prompted by a recent OVW incident involving a referee suffering a seizure mid match.</strong></li><li><strong> Reflections on the funniest personalities in wrestling, with Brad Armstrong and Roddy Piper earning special mentions for their humor behind the scenes.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Blending heartfelt tributes, territory storytelling, industry insight, and the trademark humor that defines the show, Episode #63 delivers another entertaining hour of old school wrestling conversation that longtime fans will appreciate.</strong></p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>The episode opens with some updates as Tommy discusses his impressive weight loss journey and how much better he’s feeling physically thanks to it.  The guys take some time at the beginning of the show to pay their respects to Dennis Condrey who recently passed away. They share personal memories of Condrey’s toughness, smooth in-ring style, and professionalism, while also discussing how aging and loss have become increasingly common realities within the pro wrestling community. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>A major talking point centers on Sid Vicious (Eudy) being announced this week for the WWE Hall of Fame. Doug and Tommy both agree the honor is well deserved, recalling Sid’s freakish athleticism, imposing presence, and the unique ability to remain a top attraction in multiple major promotions. They also address how rumors and misunderstandings often shaped public perception of wrestlers’ reputations, especially in the pre-internet era when false advertising or missed bookings could easily damage a performer’s image without them ever knowing they were advertised for a show. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Fan questions drive much of the episode’s second half. Highlights include:</strong></p><ul><li><strong> A humorous exchange about Doug’s legendary use of electrical tape throughout his career. </strong></li><li><strong> Memories of working with enhancement talent and how many future stars began their careers “putting guys over” on television before getting their break in another territory. </strong></li><li><strong> A serious discussion about wrestler safety prompted by a recent OVW incident involving a referee suffering a seizure mid match.</strong></li><li><strong> Reflections on the funniest personalities in wrestling, with Brad Armstrong and Roddy Piper earning special mentions for their humor behind the scenes.</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Blending heartfelt tributes, territory storytelling, industry insight, and the trademark humor that defines the show, Episode #63 delivers another entertaining hour of old school wrestling conversation that longtime fans will appreciate.</strong></p>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dennis Condrey, Sid, Buzz Sawyer</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 62: Top 20 Tag Teams in Memphis Wrestling History</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>62</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>62</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 62: Top 20 Tag Teams in Memphis Wrestling History</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, a listener sent Gene Jackson a list of the Top 20 Memphis Tag Teams of All Time from a recent poll, so “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich sit down and go through the list sharing memories and opinions on all the teams listed. You may be surprised at whose on the list and where they ranked. You may be even more surprised by who DIDN'T make the list. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Expect:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard</strong></li><li><strong>Honest (sometimes brutal) opinions</strong></li><li><strong>Memphis locker room history</strong></li><li><strong>And at least one pick that will absolutely shock fans</strong></li></ul><p><strong>If you think you know Memphis tag team wrestling….give the show a listen and share your thoughts with us! We may do a show in the future based on the feedback. You can post your lists in the comments or email them to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</strong></p><p><br></p>
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      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, a listener sent Gene Jackson a list of the Top 20 Memphis Tag Teams of All Time from a recent poll, so “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich sit down and go through the list sharing memories and opinions on all the teams listed. You may be surprised at whose on the list and where they ranked. You may be even more surprised by who DIDN'T make the list. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Expect:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard</strong></li><li><strong>Honest (sometimes brutal) opinions</strong></li><li><strong>Memphis locker room history</strong></li><li><strong>And at least one pick that will absolutely shock fans</strong></li></ul><p><strong>If you think you know Memphis tag team wrestling….give the show a listen and share your thoughts with us! We may do a show in the future based on the feedback. You can post your lists in the comments or email them to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</strong></p><p><br></p>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4168</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, a listener sent Gene Jackson a list of the Top 20 Memphis Tag Teams of All Time from a recent poll, so “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich sit down and go through the list sharing memories and opinions on all the teams listed. You may be surprised at whose on the list and where they ranked. You may be even more surprised by who DIDN'T make the list. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Expect:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard</strong></li><li><strong>Honest (sometimes brutal) opinions</strong></li><li><strong>Memphis locker room history</strong></li><li><strong>And at least one pick that will absolutely shock fans</strong></li></ul><p><strong>If you think you know Memphis tag team wrestling….give the show a listen and share your thoughts with us! We may do a show in the future based on the feedback. You can post your lists in the comments or email them to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</strong></p><p><br></p>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Tag Teams, Memphis</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 61: Riots, Real Heat &amp; Wrestling Psychology They Don’t Teach Anymore</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>61</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>61</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 61: Riots, Real Heat &amp; Wrestling Psychology They Don’t Teach Anymore</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert is flying solo (Tommy Rich is battling a bad cell signal while traveling), and the stories get WILD.</p><p>Doug shares firsthand stories about:</p><p>• Near riots in Memphis &amp; Nashville<br>• Having to escape buildings in trunks of cars<br>• A parking lot incident involving a butcher knife<br>• Puerto Rico crowds where you weren’t sure you’d make it out alive</p><p>This isn’t “internet heat.”<br>This was territory heat (in person....REAL)</p><p>We also dive deep into:</p><p>Eddie Gilbert’s original plans for the Dynamic Dudes — and how a heel turn could’ve changed everything<br>Why today’s wrestlers miss the psychology that made Tommy Rich, Terry Funk &amp; Jerry Lawler legends<br>The lost art of selling, sympathy &amp; drawing real money<br>The greatest masked wrestlers of all time (Masked Superstar? Mr. Olympia? The Bullet?)<br>Bam Bam Bigelow, Barry Windham, Austin Idol &amp; more<br>Who doesn’t get the respect they deserve in wrestling?</p><p>Plus hilarious road stories about Buddy Landel, Brad Armstrong, and what REALLY made the territory days different from today’s business.</p><p>If you love Memphis wrestling, old-school psychology, and unfiltered territory stories — this episode is for you.</p>
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      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert is flying solo (Tommy Rich is battling a bad cell signal while traveling), and the stories get WILD.</p><p>Doug shares firsthand stories about:</p><p>• Near riots in Memphis &amp; Nashville<br>• Having to escape buildings in trunks of cars<br>• A parking lot incident involving a butcher knife<br>• Puerto Rico crowds where you weren’t sure you’d make it out alive</p><p>This isn’t “internet heat.”<br>This was territory heat (in person....REAL)</p><p>We also dive deep into:</p><p>Eddie Gilbert’s original plans for the Dynamic Dudes — and how a heel turn could’ve changed everything<br>Why today’s wrestlers miss the psychology that made Tommy Rich, Terry Funk &amp; Jerry Lawler legends<br>The lost art of selling, sympathy &amp; drawing real money<br>The greatest masked wrestlers of all time (Masked Superstar? Mr. Olympia? The Bullet?)<br>Bam Bam Bigelow, Barry Windham, Austin Idol &amp; more<br>Who doesn’t get the respect they deserve in wrestling?</p><p>Plus hilarious road stories about Buddy Landel, Brad Armstrong, and what REALLY made the territory days different from today’s business.</p><p>If you love Memphis wrestling, old-school psychology, and unfiltered territory stories — this episode is for you.</p>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>3772</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert is flying solo (Tommy Rich is battling a bad cell signal while traveling), and the stories get WILD.</p><p>Doug shares firsthand stories about:</p><p>• Near riots in Memphis &amp; Nashville<br>• Having to escape buildings in trunks of cars<br>• A parking lot incident involving a butcher knife<br>• Puerto Rico crowds where you weren’t sure you’d make it out alive</p><p>This isn’t “internet heat.”<br>This was territory heat (in person....REAL)</p><p>We also dive deep into:</p><p>Eddie Gilbert’s original plans for the Dynamic Dudes — and how a heel turn could’ve changed everything<br>Why today’s wrestlers miss the psychology that made Tommy Rich, Terry Funk &amp; Jerry Lawler legends<br>The lost art of selling, sympathy &amp; drawing real money<br>The greatest masked wrestlers of all time (Masked Superstar? Mr. Olympia? The Bullet?)<br>Bam Bam Bigelow, Barry Windham, Austin Idol &amp; more<br>Who doesn’t get the respect they deserve in wrestling?</p><p>Plus hilarious road stories about Buddy Landel, Brad Armstrong, and what REALLY made the territory days different from today’s business.</p><p>If you love Memphis wrestling, old-school psychology, and unfiltered territory stories — this episode is for you.</p>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 60: Bruiser Brody, Barbed Wire, and Bon Jovi!</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>60</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>60</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 60: Bruiser Brody, Barbed Wire, and Bon Jovi!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On Episode #60 of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; “Wildfire” Tommy Rich, the guys take you on a wild ride from Tennessee to Tokyo and everywhere in between!</strong></p><p>Before diving into the stories, Doug and Tommy talk about their upcoming appearances, including Tommy’s Menifee Street Fight in Kentucky and upcoming stops in Jackson, Henderson, Jonesboro, St. Louis, and beyond. Wildfire’s back in shape at 240 pounds and ready for anything, no holds barred.<br>Then things shift overseas.<br>This week’s main topic? Japan.<br><br></p><p><strong>Doug and Tommy break down:</strong></p><p><strong>- The culture shock of first arriving in Japan<br>- Life on the tour buses and tiny hotel rooms<br>- Learning how to order food (and how to say “restroom”) in Japanese<br>- The brutal physical style and the “young boy” training system<br>- Bruiser Brody &amp; Stan Hansen clearing crowds like the Red Sea<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>The guys also talk about Brian Christopher in Japan, Memphis hardcore inspiring Onita to create FMW in Japan, and the differences between American and Japanese crowds. This episode is packed with travel stories, cultural differences, inside the business perspective, and laugh out loud moments that only Doug &amp; Tommy can deliver each and every week on Dangerous Conversations!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
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      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On Episode #60 of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; “Wildfire” Tommy Rich, the guys take you on a wild ride from Tennessee to Tokyo and everywhere in between!</strong></p><p>Before diving into the stories, Doug and Tommy talk about their upcoming appearances, including Tommy’s Menifee Street Fight in Kentucky and upcoming stops in Jackson, Henderson, Jonesboro, St. Louis, and beyond. Wildfire’s back in shape at 240 pounds and ready for anything, no holds barred.<br>Then things shift overseas.<br>This week’s main topic? Japan.<br><br></p><p><strong>Doug and Tommy break down:</strong></p><p><strong>- The culture shock of first arriving in Japan<br>- Life on the tour buses and tiny hotel rooms<br>- Learning how to order food (and how to say “restroom”) in Japanese<br>- The brutal physical style and the “young boy” training system<br>- Bruiser Brody &amp; Stan Hansen clearing crowds like the Red Sea<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>The guys also talk about Brian Christopher in Japan, Memphis hardcore inspiring Onita to create FMW in Japan, and the differences between American and Japanese crowds. This episode is packed with travel stories, cultural differences, inside the business perspective, and laugh out loud moments that only Doug &amp; Tommy can deliver each and every week on Dangerous Conversations!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4039</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On Episode #60 of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; “Wildfire” Tommy Rich, the guys take you on a wild ride from Tennessee to Tokyo and everywhere in between!</strong></p><p>Before diving into the stories, Doug and Tommy talk about their upcoming appearances, including Tommy’s Menifee Street Fight in Kentucky and upcoming stops in Jackson, Henderson, Jonesboro, St. Louis, and beyond. Wildfire’s back in shape at 240 pounds and ready for anything, no holds barred.<br>Then things shift overseas.<br>This week’s main topic? Japan.<br><br></p><p><strong>Doug and Tommy break down:</strong></p><p><strong>- The culture shock of first arriving in Japan<br>- Life on the tour buses and tiny hotel rooms<br>- Learning how to order food (and how to say “restroom”) in Japanese<br>- The brutal physical style and the “young boy” training system<br>- Bruiser Brody &amp; Stan Hansen clearing crowds like the Red Sea<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>The guys also talk about Brian Christopher in Japan, Memphis hardcore inspiring Onita to create FMW in Japan, and the differences between American and Japanese crowds. This episode is packed with travel stories, cultural differences, inside the business perspective, and laugh out loud moments that only Doug &amp; Tommy can deliver each and every week on Dangerous Conversations!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Japan, Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Bruiser Brody, Austin Idol, Bon Jovi</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich Episode #59: "Breaking In and Breaking Out!"</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>59</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>59</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich Episode #59: "Breaking In and Breaking Out!"</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich are back for another episode of Dangerous Conversations and this week they discuss the topic of breaking into the wrestling business. It's a lot different now than it was "fifty and a half" years ago when Tommy broke into pro wrestling and the guys breakdown and discuss those differences with some fun "sidebars" along the way. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>If you want the truth, the </strong><strong><em>real</em></strong><strong> truth from two men who lived it, this episode pulls no punches.<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Plus: Gene Jackson says there's a "huge announcement" coming soon about a big "Dangerous Conversations" related project coming up that you DO NOT want to miss!<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe for new episodes every week!</strong></p><p>For all things related to Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, go to www.douggilbertpodcast.com<br>For all things related to Gene Jackson and the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts, go to www.retrowrestlingarchive.club</p>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich are back for another episode of Dangerous Conversations and this week they discuss the topic of breaking into the wrestling business. It's a lot different now than it was "fifty and a half" years ago when Tommy broke into pro wrestling and the guys breakdown and discuss those differences with some fun "sidebars" along the way. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>If you want the truth, the </strong><strong><em>real</em></strong><strong> truth from two men who lived it, this episode pulls no punches.<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Plus: Gene Jackson says there's a "huge announcement" coming soon about a big "Dangerous Conversations" related project coming up that you DO NOT want to miss!<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe for new episodes every week!</strong></p><p>For all things related to Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, go to www.douggilbertpodcast.com<br>For all things related to Gene Jackson and the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts, go to www.retrowrestlingarchive.club</p>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Jackson Media Creations</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/9b11212d/afb0f6f2.mp3" length="72748603" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Jackson Media Creations</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/Kmv6P3EGgI3SKaQGWqakhq4GFqZFNcWZ_ITUgPRHzN0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yNTRj/OWFiNWYyN2RkNDg0/MTYyMjVmOTQwMzRh/ODNhNS5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>4538</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich are back for another episode of Dangerous Conversations and this week they discuss the topic of breaking into the wrestling business. It's a lot different now than it was "fifty and a half" years ago when Tommy broke into pro wrestling and the guys breakdown and discuss those differences with some fun "sidebars" along the way. <br></strong><br></p><p><strong>If you want the truth, the </strong><strong><em>real</em></strong><strong> truth from two men who lived it, this episode pulls no punches.<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Plus: Gene Jackson says there's a "huge announcement" coming soon about a big "Dangerous Conversations" related project coming up that you DO NOT want to miss!<br></strong><br></p><p><strong>Subscribe for new episodes every week!</strong></p><p>For all things related to Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, go to www.douggilbertpodcast.com<br>For all things related to Gene Jackson and the Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts, go to www.retrowrestlingarchive.club</p>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #58: Road Stories, Promoters &amp; Territory Tales!</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>58</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>58</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #58: Road Stories, Promoters &amp; Territory Tales!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c12a111</link>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On Episode #58 of <strong>Dangerous Conversations</strong>, “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich settle in for another wild ride through wrestling history with road stories  and the reality of life inside the territory era with plenty of the unpredictable tangents that make this show what it is.</p><p>This episode blends classic road story storytelling with deeper discussion about the wrestling business itself, including promoter reputation, territory economics, and how relationships in wrestling were often built on trust, handshake deals, and personal reputation.</p><p>The conversation moves between hilarious travel stories, territory promotion memories, and serious reflection on how the business has changed, especially when it comes to media, storytelling, and how wrestling history is presented today. </p><p>The episode also dives into a bigger philosophical theme:How wrestling history gets told…Who gets to tell it…And why personal experience often differs from the “documentary version” fans see years later.</p><p>As always, the episode wraps with upcoming appearance talk, fan interaction appreciation, and reflections on how surreal it is to still be talking wrestling 40–50 years after first breaking into the business.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On Episode #58 of <strong>Dangerous Conversations</strong>, “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich settle in for another wild ride through wrestling history with road stories  and the reality of life inside the territory era with plenty of the unpredictable tangents that make this show what it is.</p><p>This episode blends classic road story storytelling with deeper discussion about the wrestling business itself, including promoter reputation, territory economics, and how relationships in wrestling were often built on trust, handshake deals, and personal reputation.</p><p>The conversation moves between hilarious travel stories, territory promotion memories, and serious reflection on how the business has changed, especially when it comes to media, storytelling, and how wrestling history is presented today. </p><p>The episode also dives into a bigger philosophical theme:How wrestling history gets told…Who gets to tell it…And why personal experience often differs from the “documentary version” fans see years later.</p><p>As always, the episode wraps with upcoming appearance talk, fan interaction appreciation, and reflections on how surreal it is to still be talking wrestling 40–50 years after first breaking into the business.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/2c12a111/8724c160.mp3" length="65908677" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/9bMt7KrZF52mpfX7bMN_O1Etra-UcAMGdTB3CFeeoig/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xZjM0/YjhiZWQ3ZDAyYzYw/NTFmODlmNTQyNzFk/ZTYyYS5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>4120</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>On Episode #58 of <strong>Dangerous Conversations</strong>, “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich settle in for another wild ride through wrestling history with road stories  and the reality of life inside the territory era with plenty of the unpredictable tangents that make this show what it is.</p><p>This episode blends classic road story storytelling with deeper discussion about the wrestling business itself, including promoter reputation, territory economics, and how relationships in wrestling were often built on trust, handshake deals, and personal reputation.</p><p>The conversation moves between hilarious travel stories, territory promotion memories, and serious reflection on how the business has changed, especially when it comes to media, storytelling, and how wrestling history is presented today. </p><p>The episode also dives into a bigger philosophical theme:How wrestling history gets told…Who gets to tell it…And why personal experience often differs from the “documentary version” fans see years later.</p><p>As always, the episode wraps with upcoming appearance talk, fan interaction appreciation, and reflections on how surreal it is to still be talking wrestling 40–50 years after first breaking into the business.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>Yes</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 57 | Fake Banks/Fake Checks: The MECW Debacle</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>57</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>57</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 57 | Fake Banks/Fake Checks: The MECW Debacle</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/05422d06</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, the conversation turns into a cautionary tale straight out of wrestling’s wildest independent era.</strong></p><p><strong>Prompted by a listener question, Doug and Tommy peel back the curtain on John Collins and the infamous Main Event Championship Wrestling promotion, a short lived, money fueled disaster that brought together major names, wild promises, bad checks, and one of the most unbelievable promoter stories you’ll ever hear that ends with a prison sentence.</strong></p><p><strong>Topics covered include:</strong></p><p>* <strong>How Doug and Tommy first met John Collins</strong></p><p>* <strong>The early warning signs that things weren’t what they seemed</strong></p><p>* <strong>Fake checks, fake banks, and nonexistent accounts</strong></p><p>* <strong>Collins’ obsession with rubbing shoulders with wrestlers</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why having “money” doesn’t make you a promoter (or businessman)</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why this promotion was doomed from the start</strong></p><p><strong>The episode also spins off into classic territory talk, including:</strong></p><p>* <strong>Promoter scams of the past (including the legendary Ronnie P. Gossett story)</strong></p><p>* <strong>Nick Gulas, territory politics, and survival economics</strong></p><p>* <strong>How wrestlers really navigated shady promoters</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why common sense mattered more than contracts</strong></p><p><strong>This is one of those episodes that feels unbelievable, until you realize every word comes from guys who were actually there and experienced it firsthand. </strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, the conversation turns into a cautionary tale straight out of wrestling’s wildest independent era.</strong></p><p><strong>Prompted by a listener question, Doug and Tommy peel back the curtain on John Collins and the infamous Main Event Championship Wrestling promotion, a short lived, money fueled disaster that brought together major names, wild promises, bad checks, and one of the most unbelievable promoter stories you’ll ever hear that ends with a prison sentence.</strong></p><p><strong>Topics covered include:</strong></p><p>* <strong>How Doug and Tommy first met John Collins</strong></p><p>* <strong>The early warning signs that things weren’t what they seemed</strong></p><p>* <strong>Fake checks, fake banks, and nonexistent accounts</strong></p><p>* <strong>Collins’ obsession with rubbing shoulders with wrestlers</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why having “money” doesn’t make you a promoter (or businessman)</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why this promotion was doomed from the start</strong></p><p><strong>The episode also spins off into classic territory talk, including:</strong></p><p>* <strong>Promoter scams of the past (including the legendary Ronnie P. Gossett story)</strong></p><p>* <strong>Nick Gulas, territory politics, and survival economics</strong></p><p>* <strong>How wrestlers really navigated shady promoters</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why common sense mattered more than contracts</strong></p><p><strong>This is one of those episodes that feels unbelievable, until you realize every word comes from guys who were actually there and experienced it firsthand. </strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/05422d06/13342d3d.mp3" length="67320537" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4208</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, the conversation turns into a cautionary tale straight out of wrestling’s wildest independent era.</strong></p><p><strong>Prompted by a listener question, Doug and Tommy peel back the curtain on John Collins and the infamous Main Event Championship Wrestling promotion, a short lived, money fueled disaster that brought together major names, wild promises, bad checks, and one of the most unbelievable promoter stories you’ll ever hear that ends with a prison sentence.</strong></p><p><strong>Topics covered include:</strong></p><p>* <strong>How Doug and Tommy first met John Collins</strong></p><p>* <strong>The early warning signs that things weren’t what they seemed</strong></p><p>* <strong>Fake checks, fake banks, and nonexistent accounts</strong></p><p>* <strong>Collins’ obsession with rubbing shoulders with wrestlers</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why having “money” doesn’t make you a promoter (or businessman)</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why this promotion was doomed from the start</strong></p><p><strong>The episode also spins off into classic territory talk, including:</strong></p><p>* <strong>Promoter scams of the past (including the legendary Ronnie P. Gossett story)</strong></p><p>* <strong>Nick Gulas, territory politics, and survival economics</strong></p><p>* <strong>How wrestlers really navigated shady promoters</strong></p><p>* <strong>Why common sense mattered more than contracts</strong></p><p><strong>This is one of those episodes that feels unbelievable, until you realize every word comes from guys who were actually there and experienced it firsthand. </strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 56: Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #10 (Part Two)</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>56</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>56</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Ep. 56: Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #10 (Part Two)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/82712523</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, the questions drive the show and the answers go deep.</p><p>Episode #56 is a wide ranging, old school wrestling discussion covering Continental Wrestling, Memphis, WCW, and the realities of booking, heat, and territory psychology  all told through firsthand stories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><p>Doug and Tommy discuss upcoming appearances, including autograph signings and potential convention stops, before diving headfirst into listener questions that spark some of the most candid conversation yet.</p><p>On this episode:</p><p>* Continental Wrestling vs. Memphis — similarities, differences, and why both worked</p><p>* The Florida/Alabama loop and how Continental’s geography shaped the product</p><p>* Eddie Gilbert’s brilliance as a booker and performer</p><p>* Why Eddie was more comfortable (and more dangerous) as a heel</p><p>* False sincerity, psychology, and why Eddie’s angles <em>always</em> landed</p><p>* Eric Embry’s controversial booking run and why it stayed afloat longer than expected</p><p>* Business realities, bad draws, and when the numbers don’t lie</p><p>* The WCW Battle Bowl / Lethal Lottery concept and what Tommy thought about it</p><p>* Kamala, Botswana Beast, and who is Ben Peacock?</p><p>* Kamala look-alikes, Japan runs, and why James Harris never cared</p><p>* Randy Hales’ short lived Continental managerial run and unforgettable promos (included)</p><p>* Pistol Pez Whatley, Willie B. Hurt, and Eddie’s eye for character reinvention</p><p>* Why heels called matches back in the day and why that mattered</p><p>* Traveling stories, fan encounters, and life on the road before cell phones</p><p>As always, Doug and Tommy don’t sugarcoat anything if something worked, they explain why; if it failed, they tell you exactly where it went wrong.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, the questions drive the show and the answers go deep.</p><p>Episode #56 is a wide ranging, old school wrestling discussion covering Continental Wrestling, Memphis, WCW, and the realities of booking, heat, and territory psychology  all told through firsthand stories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><p>Doug and Tommy discuss upcoming appearances, including autograph signings and potential convention stops, before diving headfirst into listener questions that spark some of the most candid conversation yet.</p><p>On this episode:</p><p>* Continental Wrestling vs. Memphis — similarities, differences, and why both worked</p><p>* The Florida/Alabama loop and how Continental’s geography shaped the product</p><p>* Eddie Gilbert’s brilliance as a booker and performer</p><p>* Why Eddie was more comfortable (and more dangerous) as a heel</p><p>* False sincerity, psychology, and why Eddie’s angles <em>always</em> landed</p><p>* Eric Embry’s controversial booking run and why it stayed afloat longer than expected</p><p>* Business realities, bad draws, and when the numbers don’t lie</p><p>* The WCW Battle Bowl / Lethal Lottery concept and what Tommy thought about it</p><p>* Kamala, Botswana Beast, and who is Ben Peacock?</p><p>* Kamala look-alikes, Japan runs, and why James Harris never cared</p><p>* Randy Hales’ short lived Continental managerial run and unforgettable promos (included)</p><p>* Pistol Pez Whatley, Willie B. Hurt, and Eddie’s eye for character reinvention</p><p>* Why heels called matches back in the day and why that mattered</p><p>* Traveling stories, fan encounters, and life on the road before cell phones</p><p>As always, Doug and Tommy don’t sugarcoat anything if something worked, they explain why; if it failed, they tell you exactly where it went wrong.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/82712523/f1cfe283.mp3" length="57424090" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3589</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, the questions drive the show and the answers go deep.</p><p>Episode #56 is a wide ranging, old school wrestling discussion covering Continental Wrestling, Memphis, WCW, and the realities of booking, heat, and territory psychology  all told through firsthand stories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><p>Doug and Tommy discuss upcoming appearances, including autograph signings and potential convention stops, before diving headfirst into listener questions that spark some of the most candid conversation yet.</p><p>On this episode:</p><p>* Continental Wrestling vs. Memphis — similarities, differences, and why both worked</p><p>* The Florida/Alabama loop and how Continental’s geography shaped the product</p><p>* Eddie Gilbert’s brilliance as a booker and performer</p><p>* Why Eddie was more comfortable (and more dangerous) as a heel</p><p>* False sincerity, psychology, and why Eddie’s angles <em>always</em> landed</p><p>* Eric Embry’s controversial booking run and why it stayed afloat longer than expected</p><p>* Business realities, bad draws, and when the numbers don’t lie</p><p>* The WCW Battle Bowl / Lethal Lottery concept and what Tommy thought about it</p><p>* Kamala, Botswana Beast, and who is Ben Peacock?</p><p>* Kamala look-alikes, Japan runs, and why James Harris never cared</p><p>* Randy Hales’ short lived Continental managerial run and unforgettable promos (included)</p><p>* Pistol Pez Whatley, Willie B. Hurt, and Eddie’s eye for character reinvention</p><p>* Why heels called matches back in the day and why that mattered</p><p>* Traveling stories, fan encounters, and life on the road before cell phones</p><p>As always, Doug and Tommy don’t sugarcoat anything if something worked, they explain why; if it failed, they tell you exactly where it went wrong.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #55 – Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #10 (Part One)</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>55</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>55</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #55 – Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #10 (Part One)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/a6789771</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>It’s time once again for another <strong>Ask Doug &amp; Tommy episode</strong>, as “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich tackle <strong>fan submitted questions</strong> in Part One of their tenth Q&amp;A installment.</p><p>Hosted by Gene Jackson, this episode covers everything from announcing styles and old school psychology to wild road stories, territory training, WCW opponents, and the real differences between how wrestlers learned the business then versus now.</p><p>Nothing is rehearsed, nothing is sugar coated just honest answers and decades of first-hand wrestling experience.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* How wrestlers <em>actually</em> learned psychology in the territories</p><p>* Why “shine, heat, and comeback” weren’t taught the way fans think</p><p>* Thoughts on Michael St. John, Corey Maclin, and classic Memphis commentators</p><p>* Tommy Rich’s WCW run in 1991 and working with names like Stan Hansen, Scott Hall, Larry Zbyszko, and more</p><p>* The reality of tar and feather angles and old school humiliation</p><p>* Training stories that explain why wrestling wasn’t “fake” to the people learning it</p><p>* Why protecting the business mattered and how it was enforced</p><p>* The Armstrong family’s impact on wrestling and personal memories with Bullet Bob and the entire Armstrong clan</p><p>* Why experience in front of real crowds mattered more than drills</p><p>* The kind of lessons you only learn by getting thrown into the deep end</p><p>This is pure locker room storytelling, answering real questions from real fans and there’s still more to come in Part Two. (You can still submit a question for Part Two right now at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</p><p>👉 Like, subscribe, and leave your questions for future Ask Doug &amp; Tommy episodes.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>It’s time once again for another <strong>Ask Doug &amp; Tommy episode</strong>, as “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich tackle <strong>fan submitted questions</strong> in Part One of their tenth Q&amp;A installment.</p><p>Hosted by Gene Jackson, this episode covers everything from announcing styles and old school psychology to wild road stories, territory training, WCW opponents, and the real differences between how wrestlers learned the business then versus now.</p><p>Nothing is rehearsed, nothing is sugar coated just honest answers and decades of first-hand wrestling experience.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* How wrestlers <em>actually</em> learned psychology in the territories</p><p>* Why “shine, heat, and comeback” weren’t taught the way fans think</p><p>* Thoughts on Michael St. John, Corey Maclin, and classic Memphis commentators</p><p>* Tommy Rich’s WCW run in 1991 and working with names like Stan Hansen, Scott Hall, Larry Zbyszko, and more</p><p>* The reality of tar and feather angles and old school humiliation</p><p>* Training stories that explain why wrestling wasn’t “fake” to the people learning it</p><p>* Why protecting the business mattered and how it was enforced</p><p>* The Armstrong family’s impact on wrestling and personal memories with Bullet Bob and the entire Armstrong clan</p><p>* Why experience in front of real crowds mattered more than drills</p><p>* The kind of lessons you only learn by getting thrown into the deep end</p><p>This is pure locker room storytelling, answering real questions from real fans and there’s still more to come in Part Two. (You can still submit a question for Part Two right now at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</p><p>👉 Like, subscribe, and leave your questions for future Ask Doug &amp; Tommy episodes.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/a6789771/7c24543b.mp3" length="76650735" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4791</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>It’s time once again for another <strong>Ask Doug &amp; Tommy episode</strong>, as “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich tackle <strong>fan submitted questions</strong> in Part One of their tenth Q&amp;A installment.</p><p>Hosted by Gene Jackson, this episode covers everything from announcing styles and old school psychology to wild road stories, territory training, WCW opponents, and the real differences between how wrestlers learned the business then versus now.</p><p>Nothing is rehearsed, nothing is sugar coated just honest answers and decades of first-hand wrestling experience.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* How wrestlers <em>actually</em> learned psychology in the territories</p><p>* Why “shine, heat, and comeback” weren’t taught the way fans think</p><p>* Thoughts on Michael St. John, Corey Maclin, and classic Memphis commentators</p><p>* Tommy Rich’s WCW run in 1991 and working with names like Stan Hansen, Scott Hall, Larry Zbyszko, and more</p><p>* The reality of tar and feather angles and old school humiliation</p><p>* Training stories that explain why wrestling wasn’t “fake” to the people learning it</p><p>* Why protecting the business mattered and how it was enforced</p><p>* The Armstrong family’s impact on wrestling and personal memories with Bullet Bob and the entire Armstrong clan</p><p>* Why experience in front of real crowds mattered more than drills</p><p>* The kind of lessons you only learn by getting thrown into the deep end</p><p>This is pure locker room storytelling, answering real questions from real fans and there’s still more to come in Part Two. (You can still submit a question for Part Two right now at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</p><p>👉 Like, subscribe, and leave your questions for future Ask Doug &amp; Tommy episodes.</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>Yes</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 54: The Lost Art of Wrestling Psychology</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>54</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>54</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Ep. 54: The Lost Art of Wrestling Psychology</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/e87c749c</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode of <strong>Dangerous Conversations</strong>, “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich sit down with Gene Jackson for a deep, no nonsense discussion about one of the most misunderstood concepts in professional wrestling: <strong>heat</strong>.</p><p>What does “getting heat” actually mean?Why is it different from “taking the heat”?And why do many modern wrestlers completely miss the point?</p><p>Doug and Tommy break it all down the only way they know how with decades of real world experience from the territories, blunt honesty, and stories that don’t come from message boards or podcasts, but from working six nights a week in front of crowds who <em>believed</em> in what they were doing.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* The real meaning of heat, comebacks, and hot tags</p><p>* Why referees shouldn’t be the ones getting heat</p><p>* The difference between old school psychology and modern spot heavy wrestling</p><p>* Why selling matters more than moves</p><p>* The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express blueprint and why it still works</p><p>* Why today’s “back-and-forth” style kills crowd investment</p><p>* Territory wrestling vs. modern independent wrestling</p><p>* Why fans still want heroes and villains, not “in-betweeners”</p><p>* How belief, mystique, and kayfabe created emotional investment</p><p>This episode isn’t about nostalgia, it’s about <strong>why wrestling worked</strong>, and why those lessons still matter today.</p><p>If you’re a fan who’s ever wondered <em>what’s missing</em>, or a wrestler who actually wants to understand psychology instead of choreography, this is essential listening.</p><p>👉 New episodes weekly👉 Send in your questions — Doug &amp; Tommy <em>will</em> answer them (douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com)👉 Like, subscribe, and join the conversation</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode of <strong>Dangerous Conversations</strong>, “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich sit down with Gene Jackson for a deep, no nonsense discussion about one of the most misunderstood concepts in professional wrestling: <strong>heat</strong>.</p><p>What does “getting heat” actually mean?Why is it different from “taking the heat”?And why do many modern wrestlers completely miss the point?</p><p>Doug and Tommy break it all down the only way they know how with decades of real world experience from the territories, blunt honesty, and stories that don’t come from message boards or podcasts, but from working six nights a week in front of crowds who <em>believed</em> in what they were doing.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* The real meaning of heat, comebacks, and hot tags</p><p>* Why referees shouldn’t be the ones getting heat</p><p>* The difference between old school psychology and modern spot heavy wrestling</p><p>* Why selling matters more than moves</p><p>* The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express blueprint and why it still works</p><p>* Why today’s “back-and-forth” style kills crowd investment</p><p>* Territory wrestling vs. modern independent wrestling</p><p>* Why fans still want heroes and villains, not “in-betweeners”</p><p>* How belief, mystique, and kayfabe created emotional investment</p><p>This episode isn’t about nostalgia, it’s about <strong>why wrestling worked</strong>, and why those lessons still matter today.</p><p>If you’re a fan who’s ever wondered <em>what’s missing</em>, or a wrestler who actually wants to understand psychology instead of choreography, this is essential listening.</p><p>👉 New episodes weekly👉 Send in your questions — Doug &amp; Tommy <em>will</em> answer them (douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com)👉 Like, subscribe, and join the conversation</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/e87c749c/5dbaf1ed.mp3" length="64540240" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4034</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>On this episode of <strong>Dangerous Conversations</strong>, “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich sit down with Gene Jackson for a deep, no nonsense discussion about one of the most misunderstood concepts in professional wrestling: <strong>heat</strong>.</p><p>What does “getting heat” actually mean?Why is it different from “taking the heat”?And why do many modern wrestlers completely miss the point?</p><p>Doug and Tommy break it all down the only way they know how with decades of real world experience from the territories, blunt honesty, and stories that don’t come from message boards or podcasts, but from working six nights a week in front of crowds who <em>believed</em> in what they were doing.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* The real meaning of heat, comebacks, and hot tags</p><p>* Why referees shouldn’t be the ones getting heat</p><p>* The difference between old school psychology and modern spot heavy wrestling</p><p>* Why selling matters more than moves</p><p>* The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express blueprint and why it still works</p><p>* Why today’s “back-and-forth” style kills crowd investment</p><p>* Territory wrestling vs. modern independent wrestling</p><p>* Why fans still want heroes and villains, not “in-betweeners”</p><p>* How belief, mystique, and kayfabe created emotional investment</p><p>This episode isn’t about nostalgia, it’s about <strong>why wrestling worked</strong>, and why those lessons still matter today.</p><p>If you’re a fan who’s ever wondered <em>what’s missing</em>, or a wrestler who actually wants to understand psychology instead of choreography, this is essential listening.</p><p>👉 New episodes weekly👉 Send in your questions — Doug &amp; Tommy <em>will</em> answer them (douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com)👉 Like, subscribe, and join the conversation</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations #53 – Season 3 Premiere | Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich Return!</title>
      <itunes:season>3</itunes:season>
      <podcast:season>3</podcast:season>
      <itunes:episode>53</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>53</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations #53 – Season 3 Premiere | Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich Return!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf2a59fd</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Season Three of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich officially begins, and the guys waste no time picking up right where they left off.</p><p>Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich reunite with host Gene Jackson for an unfiltered, free-flowing conversation covering classic territory wrestling, road stories, booking philosophies, and the realities of life after decades in the business. From Memphis to Alabama to West Virginia, this Season 3 premiere is packed with memories, laughs, and insights only wrestlers of this era who were there for it can provide.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* The fans have been asking when <em>Dangerous Conversations</em> would return</p><p>* Hilarious road stories involving West Virginia, Someone allegedly putting out a “hit” on Jack &amp; Jerry Brisco (legit), and surviving the territory days</p><p>* Old school booking logic vs. bad bookers who ran territories into the ground</p><p>* How ring gear got traded, borrowed, lost, and reused across multiple promotions</p><p>* Memphis Wrestling, Continental, Alabama towns, and what actually drew money</p><p>* Why some territories could rebound fasters than others</p><p>* Fan questions, locker room memories, and classic Doug &amp; Tommy banter</p><p>This episode sets the tone for Season 3: honest, funny, occasionally chaotic, and rooted in real wrestling history.</p><p>👉 New episodes weekly👉 Send your questions — Doug &amp; Tommy <em>will</em> answer them (douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com👉 Like, subscribe, and join us for Season 3 of Dangerous Conversations</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Season Three of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich officially begins, and the guys waste no time picking up right where they left off.</p><p>Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich reunite with host Gene Jackson for an unfiltered, free-flowing conversation covering classic territory wrestling, road stories, booking philosophies, and the realities of life after decades in the business. From Memphis to Alabama to West Virginia, this Season 3 premiere is packed with memories, laughs, and insights only wrestlers of this era who were there for it can provide.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* The fans have been asking when <em>Dangerous Conversations</em> would return</p><p>* Hilarious road stories involving West Virginia, Someone allegedly putting out a “hit” on Jack &amp; Jerry Brisco (legit), and surviving the territory days</p><p>* Old school booking logic vs. bad bookers who ran territories into the ground</p><p>* How ring gear got traded, borrowed, lost, and reused across multiple promotions</p><p>* Memphis Wrestling, Continental, Alabama towns, and what actually drew money</p><p>* Why some territories could rebound fasters than others</p><p>* Fan questions, locker room memories, and classic Doug &amp; Tommy banter</p><p>This episode sets the tone for Season 3: honest, funny, occasionally chaotic, and rooted in real wrestling history.</p><p>👉 New episodes weekly👉 Send your questions — Doug &amp; Tommy <em>will</em> answer them (douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com👉 Like, subscribe, and join us for Season 3 of Dangerous Conversations</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 23:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/cf2a59fd/82fcf0ad.mp3" length="61222602" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3827</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Season Three of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy “Wildfire” Rich officially begins, and the guys waste no time picking up right where they left off.</p><p>Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich reunite with host Gene Jackson for an unfiltered, free-flowing conversation covering classic territory wrestling, road stories, booking philosophies, and the realities of life after decades in the business. From Memphis to Alabama to West Virginia, this Season 3 premiere is packed with memories, laughs, and insights only wrestlers of this era who were there for it can provide.</p><p><strong>Topics include:</strong></p><p>* The fans have been asking when <em>Dangerous Conversations</em> would return</p><p>* Hilarious road stories involving West Virginia, Someone allegedly putting out a “hit” on Jack &amp; Jerry Brisco (legit), and surviving the territory days</p><p>* Old school booking logic vs. bad bookers who ran territories into the ground</p><p>* How ring gear got traded, borrowed, lost, and reused across multiple promotions</p><p>* Memphis Wrestling, Continental, Alabama towns, and what actually drew money</p><p>* Why some territories could rebound fasters than others</p><p>* Fan questions, locker room memories, and classic Doug &amp; Tommy banter</p><p>This episode sets the tone for Season 3: honest, funny, occasionally chaotic, and rooted in real wrestling history.</p><p>👉 New episodes weekly👉 Send your questions — Doug &amp; Tommy <em>will</em> answer them (douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com👉 Like, subscribe, and join us for Season 3 of Dangerous Conversations</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #52: Season Two Finale</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #52: Season Two Finale</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this season finale of <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert, Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, and Gene Jackson close out Season Two with stories, laughs, and plenty of road tales!</p><br><p>Doug and Tommy break down their whirlwind schedule—comic cons, wrestling shows, and horror conventions—plus wild behind-the-scenes stories from the road, like their infamous “spider in the dressing room” scare and how Doug almost left his wallet in the back of a truck.</p><br><p>The guys also reflect on AEW’s recent tribute to Eddie Gilbert, sharing heartfelt moments with Jeff Jarrett, Sting, and Tony Khan. Hear how much Eddie’s legacy still means today, and why Tony Khan earned their respect as one of wrestling’s true good guys.</p><br><p>Other highlights include:</p><br><ul><br><li><br><p>Meeting sports legends like Lawrence Taylor and Reggie Jackson at upcoming events.</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>Old school Memphis Mafia vibes as Doug &amp; Tommy double-shot across towns just like the territory days.</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>Comic Con craziness, from costumes to fan interactions with Honky Tonk Man and Lou Ferrigno.</p><br></li><br></ul><br><p>This episode is the perfect send-off before Season Three kicks off soon. Don’t miss the stories, the laughs, and the chaos that only Doug &amp; Tommy can bring.</p><br><p> Follow Doug on Facebook at <em>Dangerous Doug Gilbert</em>, Instagram at <em>@RealDougGilbert</em>, and X at <em>@RealDougGilbert</em>. Stay tuned for Season Three updates right here!</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this season finale of <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert, Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, and Gene Jackson close out Season Two with stories, laughs, and plenty of road tales!</p><br><p>Doug and Tommy break down their whirlwind schedule—comic cons, wrestling shows, and horror conventions—plus wild behind-the-scenes stories from the road, like their infamous “spider in the dressing room” scare and how Doug almost left his wallet in the back of a truck.</p><br><p>The guys also reflect on AEW’s recent tribute to Eddie Gilbert, sharing heartfelt moments with Jeff Jarrett, Sting, and Tony Khan. Hear how much Eddie’s legacy still means today, and why Tony Khan earned their respect as one of wrestling’s true good guys.</p><br><p>Other highlights include:</p><br><ul><br><li><br><p>Meeting sports legends like Lawrence Taylor and Reggie Jackson at upcoming events.</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>Old school Memphis Mafia vibes as Doug &amp; Tommy double-shot across towns just like the territory days.</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>Comic Con craziness, from costumes to fan interactions with Honky Tonk Man and Lou Ferrigno.</p><br></li><br></ul><br><p>This episode is the perfect send-off before Season Three kicks off soon. Don’t miss the stories, the laughs, and the chaos that only Doug &amp; Tommy can bring.</p><br><p> Follow Doug on Facebook at <em>Dangerous Doug Gilbert</em>, Instagram at <em>@RealDougGilbert</em>, and X at <em>@RealDougGilbert</em>. Stay tuned for Season Three updates right here!</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/76b16889/b83f476f.mp3" length="64231841" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4015</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>In this season finale of Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert, Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, and Gene Jackson close out Season Two with stories, laughs, and plenty of road tales!
Doug and Tommy break down their whirlwind schedule—comic cons, wrestling shows, and horror conventions—plus wild behind-the-scenes stories from the road, like their infamous “spider in the dressing room” scare and how Doug almost left his wallet in the back of a truck.
The guys also reflect on AEW’s recent tribute to Eddie Gilbert, sharing heartfelt moments with Jeff Jarrett, Sting, and Tony Khan. Hear how much Eddie’s legacy still means today, and why Tony Khan earned their respect as one of wrestling’s true good guys.
Other highlights include:


Meeting sports legends like Lawrence Taylor and Reggie Jackson at upcoming events.


Old school Memphis Mafia vibes as Doug &amp;amp; Tommy double-shot across towns just like the territory days.


Comic Con craziness, from costumes to fan interactions with Honky Tonk Man and Lou Ferrigno.


This episode is the perfect send-off before Season Three kicks off soon. Don’t miss the stories, the laughs, and the chaos that only Doug &amp;amp; Tommy can bring.
 Follow Doug on Facebook at Dangerous Doug Gilbert, Instagram at @RealDougGilbert, and X at @RealDougGilbert. Stay tuned for Season Three updates right here!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In this season finale of Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert, Tommy “Wildfire” Rich, and Gene Jackson close out Season Two with stories, laughs, and plenty of road tales!
Doug and Tommy break down their whirlwind schedule—comic cons, wrestling shows, an</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #51: Memphis Mafia Vintage Wrestling Posters</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #51: Memphis Mafia Vintage Wrestling Posters</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Memphis Mafia is back on the road, and this week’s episode of <em>Dangerous Conversations</em> is loaded with classic wrestling talk, wild stories, and old-school memories!</p><br><p>Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich break down vintage wrestling posters sent in by fans, sparking tales about legends like Terry Funk, Jerry Lawler, Dusty Rhodes, Dory Funk Jr., Sputnik Monroe, the Moondogs, and more. From wild nights with Jerry Brisco to stories about Butch Reed, Hillbilly Jim, and even Plowboy Frazier’s many gimmicks—this one is packed with history and hilarity.</p><br><p>The guys also update fans on the busy Memphis Mafia Tour schedule, including appearances in Tennessee, Arkansas, and beyond. Gene Jackson joins in to guide the conversation, filling in results, asking the tough questions, and stirring up memories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><br><p>Whether you lived through the USWA era or you’re just discovering the magic of Memphis wrestling, this is another can’t-miss episode of <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>!</p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Dangerous Conversations</li><li>(00:06:47) - Meet and Greet Bo James</li><li>(00:11:26) - "It's a museum,"</li><li>(00:11:45) - Mike Graham on Jerry Briscoe Match</li><li>(00:15:10) - Dory Funk vs Tommy Gilbert</li><li>(00:17:20) -  Bobby Jaggers vs Coco Samoa</li><li>(00:18:33) - Dusty Rhodes vs Jerry Lawler</li><li>(00:22:44) - Jerry Lawler on World's Greatest Professional Wrestling Match</li><li>(00:26:15) - Ron and Don Wright on Sputnik Monroe</li><li>(00:28:36) - Ron and Don On The Way</li><li>(00:32:15) - Tommy Sierra on Working With Fidel Sierra</li><li>(00:33:46) - Tommy Lee on David Sammartino</li><li>(00:34:17) - Kevin Von Erich on His Match in Georgia</li><li>(00:35:11) - Tommy Goolas Three-Time NWA Tag Team Champion</li><li>(00:39:54) - Butch Reed on His Georgia Championship Match</li><li>(00:41:55) - Tommy Wildfire vs Jimmy Snuka</li><li>(00:47:12) - Mike Miller on His Podcast</li><li>(00:48:36) - Eddie Gilbert on Rick Morton vs Jerry Lawler</li><li>(00:51:05) - Jimmy Garvin vs Radimias</li><li>(00:53:51) - Paul Orndorff vs Leroy Brown</li><li>(00:58:08) - USWA Legends</li><li>(01:03:36) - Memphis Legends</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Memphis Mafia is back on the road, and this week’s episode of <em>Dangerous Conversations</em> is loaded with classic wrestling talk, wild stories, and old-school memories!</p><br><p>Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich break down vintage wrestling posters sent in by fans, sparking tales about legends like Terry Funk, Jerry Lawler, Dusty Rhodes, Dory Funk Jr., Sputnik Monroe, the Moondogs, and more. From wild nights with Jerry Brisco to stories about Butch Reed, Hillbilly Jim, and even Plowboy Frazier’s many gimmicks—this one is packed with history and hilarity.</p><br><p>The guys also update fans on the busy Memphis Mafia Tour schedule, including appearances in Tennessee, Arkansas, and beyond. Gene Jackson joins in to guide the conversation, filling in results, asking the tough questions, and stirring up memories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><br><p>Whether you lived through the USWA era or you’re just discovering the magic of Memphis wrestling, this is another can’t-miss episode of <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>!</p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Dangerous Conversations</li><li>(00:06:47) - Meet and Greet Bo James</li><li>(00:11:26) - "It's a museum,"</li><li>(00:11:45) - Mike Graham on Jerry Briscoe Match</li><li>(00:15:10) - Dory Funk vs Tommy Gilbert</li><li>(00:17:20) -  Bobby Jaggers vs Coco Samoa</li><li>(00:18:33) - Dusty Rhodes vs Jerry Lawler</li><li>(00:22:44) - Jerry Lawler on World's Greatest Professional Wrestling Match</li><li>(00:26:15) - Ron and Don Wright on Sputnik Monroe</li><li>(00:28:36) - Ron and Don On The Way</li><li>(00:32:15) - Tommy Sierra on Working With Fidel Sierra</li><li>(00:33:46) - Tommy Lee on David Sammartino</li><li>(00:34:17) - Kevin Von Erich on His Match in Georgia</li><li>(00:35:11) - Tommy Goolas Three-Time NWA Tag Team Champion</li><li>(00:39:54) - Butch Reed on His Georgia Championship Match</li><li>(00:41:55) - Tommy Wildfire vs Jimmy Snuka</li><li>(00:47:12) - Mike Miller on His Podcast</li><li>(00:48:36) - Eddie Gilbert on Rick Morton vs Jerry Lawler</li><li>(00:51:05) - Jimmy Garvin vs Radimias</li><li>(00:53:51) - Paul Orndorff vs Leroy Brown</li><li>(00:58:08) - USWA Legends</li><li>(01:03:36) - Memphis Legends</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/947ce07d/c5a50a67.mp3" length="62990106" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>3937</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>The Memphis Mafia is back on the road, and this week’s episode of Dangerous Conversations is loaded with classic wrestling talk, wild stories, and old-school memories!
Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich break down vintage wrestling posters sent in by fans, sparking tales about legends like Terry Funk, Jerry Lawler, Dusty Rhodes, Dory Funk Jr., Sputnik Monroe, the Moondogs, and more. From wild nights with Jerry Brisco to stories about Butch Reed, Hillbilly Jim, and even Plowboy Frazier’s many gimmicks—this one is packed with history and hilarity.
The guys also update fans on the busy Memphis Mafia Tour schedule, including appearances in Tennessee, Arkansas, and beyond. Gene Jackson joins in to guide the conversation, filling in results, asking the tough questions, and stirring up memories you won’t hear anywhere else.
Whether you lived through the USWA era or you’re just discovering the magic of Memphis wrestling, this is another can’t-miss episode of Dangerous Conversations!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>The Memphis Mafia is back on the road, and this week’s episode of Dangerous Conversations is loaded with classic wrestling talk, wild stories, and old-school memories!
Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich break down vintage wrestling posters sent in by </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #50: AD&amp;T #8 (Ask Doug and Tommy- answering YOUR questions!)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #50: AD&amp;T #8 (Ask Doug and Tommy- answering YOUR questions!)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e70270d</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>The Memphis Mafia are back! After a week off, Dangerous Doug Gilbert and Wildfire Tommy Rich return with a jam-packed episode of Dangerous Conversations.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>This week, the guys talk about their recent matches and signings, upcoming events across Tennessee, Arkansas, and beyond, and some hilarious road stories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Then, they dive into a wide-ranging Q&amp;A session from fans, covering:</p><br><ul><br><li>Memories of the Snowman vs. Jerry Lawler controversy in 1990.</li><br><li>Early encounters with a young “Stunning” Steve Austin in USWA.</li><br><li>Wild times in Japan, including teaming with Terry Funk and Kabuki’s retirement match.</li><br><li>Thoughts on Terry Golden’s KAW promotion and their involvement with it.</li><br><li>Behind-the-scenes stories about Eddie Gilbert &amp; Jerry Lawler’s real relationship.</li><br><li>Opinions on celebrities in wrestling, from Andy Kaufman to today’s stars.</li><br><li>Candid takes on managers like Jimmy Hart and "bookers" like Eric Embry.</li><br><li>Memories of crossing paths with names like Gary Young, Maxx Payne, Kevin Nash, Bobby Eaton, and Dennis Condrey.</li><br><li>Whether Jeff Jar...</li></ul><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Wildfire Rich</li><li>(00:06:48) - Doug Gilbert At WWE Legends' Ball</li><li>(00:08:07) - Randy Hill on Tommy Rich's Sex Magnet Comment</li><li>(00:11:20) - Jerry Lawler on Randy's Fill-in</li><li>(00:14:01) - Memphis Mafia T-Shirt For Tommy Rich</li><li>(00:15:35) - Jerry Lawler vs The Snowman</li><li>(00:17:42) - Steve Austin on Being Paid His Dues By Jerry Jarrett</li><li>(00:22:30) - Gary Young and Max Payne On The Alamo</li><li>(00:26:27) - Steve Austin On Jeff Jarrett</li><li>(00:27:55) - Dougie and Terry Golden On KAW Kick ASS Wrestling (Before</li><li>(00:31:57) - Eddie and Jerry Lawler</li><li>(00:37:05) - Jerry Lawler on Doug Gilbert's Threatening To Kill Him</li><li>(00:40:23) - Jerry Lawler on Celebrities in Wrestling</li><li>(00:44:15) - Taking my Accounting Books off my Drawer</li><li>(00:44:40) - Steve Austin on His Money in the Bank</li><li>(00:45:08) - Favorite Match of My Career in Japan</li><li>(00:49:26) - Jimmy Hart on His Managers</li><li>(00:52:15) - Eddie on Eric Embry</li><li>(00:54:59) - Joe and Evan Edwards Talk Tough Guys</li><li>(01:00:31) - Memphis Mafia Wrestling: Tommy Rich</li><li>(01:02:36) - Retro Wrestling Review USWA Podcast</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Memphis Mafia are back! After a week off, Dangerous Doug Gilbert and Wildfire Tommy Rich return with a jam-packed episode of Dangerous Conversations.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>This week, the guys talk about their recent matches and signings, upcoming events across Tennessee, Arkansas, and beyond, and some hilarious road stories you won’t hear anywhere else.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Then, they dive into a wide-ranging Q&amp;A session from fans, covering:</p><br><ul><br><li>Memories of the Snowman vs. Jerry Lawler controversy in 1990.</li><br><li>Early encounters with a young “Stunning” Steve Austin in USWA.</li><br><li>Wild times in Japan, including teaming with Terry Funk and Kabuki’s retirement match.</li><br><li>Thoughts on Terry Golden’s KAW promotion and their involvement with it.</li><br><li>Behind-the-scenes stories about Eddie Gilbert &amp; Jerry Lawler’s real relationship.</li><br><li>Opinions on celebrities in wrestling, from Andy Kaufman to today’s stars.</li><br><li>Candid takes on managers like Jimmy Hart and "bookers" like Eric Embry.</li><br><li>Memories of crossing paths with names like Gary Young, Maxx Payne, Kevin Nash, Bobby Eaton, and Dennis Condrey.</li><br><li>Whether Jeff Jar...</li></ul><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Wildfire Rich</li><li>(00:06:48) - Doug Gilbert At WWE Legends' Ball</li><li>(00:08:07) - Randy Hill on Tommy Rich's Sex Magnet Comment</li><li>(00:11:20) - Jerry Lawler on Randy's Fill-in</li><li>(00:14:01) - Memphis Mafia T-Shirt For Tommy Rich</li><li>(00:15:35) - Jerry Lawler vs The Snowman</li><li>(00:17:42) - Steve Austin on Being Paid His Dues By Jerry Jarrett</li><li>(00:22:30) - Gary Young and Max Payne On The Alamo</li><li>(00:26:27) - Steve Austin On Jeff Jarrett</li><li>(00:27:55) - Dougie and Terry Golden On KAW Kick ASS Wrestling (Before</li><li>(00:31:57) - Eddie and Jerry Lawler</li><li>(00:37:05) - Jerry Lawler on Doug Gilbert's Threatening To Kill Him</li><li>(00:40:23) - Jerry Lawler on Celebrities in Wrestling</li><li>(00:44:15) - Taking my Accounting Books off my Drawer</li><li>(00:44:40) - Steve Austin on His Money in the Bank</li><li>(00:45:08) - Favorite Match of My Career in Japan</li><li>(00:49:26) - Jimmy Hart on His Managers</li><li>(00:52:15) - Eddie on Eric Embry</li><li>(00:54:59) - Joe and Evan Edwards Talk Tough Guys</li><li>(01:00:31) - Memphis Mafia Wrestling: Tommy Rich</li><li>(01:02:36) - Retro Wrestling Review USWA Podcast</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3927</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>The Memphis Mafia are back! After a week off, Dangerous Doug Gilbert and Wildfire Tommy Rich return with a jam-packed episode of Dangerous Conversations.
 
This week, the guys talk about their recent matches and signings, upcoming events across Tennessee, Arkansas, and beyond, and some hilarious road stories you won’t hear anywhere else.
 
Then, they dive into a wide-ranging Q&amp;amp;A session from fans, covering:

Memories of the Snowman vs. Jerry Lawler controversy in 1990.
Early encounters with a young “Stunning” Steve Austin in USWA.
Wild times in Japan, including teaming with Terry Funk and Kabuki’s retirement match.
Thoughts on Terry Golden’s KAW promotion and their involvement with it.
Behind-the-scenes stories about Eddie Gilbert &amp;amp; Jerry Lawler’s real relationship.
Opinions on celebrities in wrestling, from Andy Kaufman to today’s stars.
Candid takes on managers like Jimmy Hart and "bookers" like Eric Embry.
Memories of crossing paths with names like Gary Young, Maxx Payne, Kevin Nash, Bobby Eaton, and Dennis Condrey.
Whether Jeff Jar...</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>The Memphis Mafia are back! After a week off, Dangerous Doug Gilbert and Wildfire Tommy Rich return with a jam-packed episode of Dangerous Conversations.
 
This week, the guys talk about their recent matches and signings, upcoming events across Tennessee,</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #49: The PG-13 Feud</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #49: The PG-13 Feud</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/8732f946</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert is joined by Gene Jackson (with a late run-in from “Wildfire” Tommy Rich!) as they pull back the curtain on one of the most talked-about rivalries in Memphis Wrestling history: the feud with PG-13 (Wolfie D &amp; JC Ice).</p><p><br></p><p>Doug and Tommy revisit how the program started, why they weren’t sure it would work at first, and how it grew into one of the hottest storylines in USWA’s final years. From shaved heads to hubcaps, sympathy heat, and booking secrets, you’ll hear how two seasoned heels helped make PG-13 legit top stars in the territory.</p><p><br></p><p>Along the way, you’ll also get road stories, behind-the-scenes tales about Randy Hales, and the hilarious chaos of trying to keep Wolfie and Jamie from fighting each other outside the ring.</p><p><br></p><p> Topics covered:</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li><br>How the feud was booked to make fans believe in the underdogs</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br>Stories from the road with PG-13 </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br>The booking style of Randy Hales and how he trusted all four guys along the way</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br>Wildfire Tommy Rich’s role as “assistant booker and hatchet man”</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>If you love Memphis Wrestling history and fun road stories, this is one you don’t want to miss!</p><p><br></p><p> Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Dangerous Conversations every week!</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Wildfire Tommy Rich on Dangerous Conversations</li><li>(00:02:54) - NWA Champion Gene Oakley on September</li><li>(00:09:17) - Memphis Mafia Tour 2018</li><li>(00:12:51) - Memphis Mafia T-Shirt</li><li>(00:13:19) - The Memphis Mafia vs. The Us</li><li>(00:13:48) - Tommy Had Just Quit Power Pro</li><li>(00:14:38) - Tommy and The Memphis Mafia On The US</li><li>(00:18:52) - Jamie D on The PG13</li><li>(00:20:54) - Tony vs Randy in USWA and Power Pro</li><li>(00:27:05) - Tommy Hawkins on Randy Hales' Leaving The Box</li><li>(00:31:44) - Tommy Malone on Working With Randy</li><li>(00:38:07) - Jamie and Wolfie</li><li>(00:40:26) - Doug and Gene on Randy vs Tommy Rich</li><li>(00:45:26) - Tommy vs Randy</li><li>(00:51:40) - Jerry Lawler on Working With Tommy and Randy</li><li>(00:57:29) - Randy Hills on Me and Tommy on WWE 13</li><li>(01:03:28) - Tommy and Jamie on Rock and Roll</li><li>(01:06:59) - Wildfire Championship Wrestling Owner Tommy Rich on The Retro Wrestling Review US</li><li>(01:10:22) - Memphis Legends</li></ul><p>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a></p>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Doug Gilbert is joined by Gene Jackson (with a late run-in from “Wildfire” Tommy Rich!) as they pull back the curtain on one of the most talked-about rivalries in Memphis Wrestling history: the feud with PG-13 (Wolfie D &amp; JC Ice).</p><p><br></p><p>Doug and Tommy revisit how the program started, why they weren’t sure it would work at first, and how it grew into one of the hottest storylines in USWA’s final years. From shaved heads to hubcaps, sympathy heat, and booking secrets, you’ll hear how two seasoned heels helped make PG-13 legit top stars in the territory.</p><p><br></p><p>Along the way, you’ll also get road stories, behind-the-scenes tales about Randy Hales, and the hilarious chaos of trying to keep Wolfie and Jamie from fighting each other outside the ring.</p><p><br></p><p> Topics covered:</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><ul><li><br>How the feud was booked to make fans believe in the underdogs</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br>Stories from the road with PG-13 </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br>The booking style of Randy Hales and how he trusted all four guys along the way</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br>Wildfire Tommy Rich’s role as “assistant booker and hatchet man”</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>If you love Memphis Wrestling history and fun road stories, this is one you don’t want to miss!</p><p><br></p><p> Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Dangerous Conversations every week!</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Wildfire Tommy Rich on Dangerous Conversations</li><li>(00:02:54) - NWA Champion Gene Oakley on September</li><li>(00:09:17) - Memphis Mafia Tour 2018</li><li>(00:12:51) - Memphis Mafia T-Shirt</li><li>(00:13:19) - The Memphis Mafia vs. The Us</li><li>(00:13:48) - Tommy Had Just Quit Power Pro</li><li>(00:14:38) - Tommy and The Memphis Mafia On The US</li><li>(00:18:52) - Jamie D on The PG13</li><li>(00:20:54) - Tony vs Randy in USWA and Power Pro</li><li>(00:27:05) - Tommy Hawkins on Randy Hales' Leaving The Box</li><li>(00:31:44) - Tommy Malone on Working With Randy</li><li>(00:38:07) - Jamie and Wolfie</li><li>(00:40:26) - Doug and Gene on Randy vs Tommy Rich</li><li>(00:45:26) - Tommy vs Randy</li><li>(00:51:40) - Jerry Lawler on Working With Tommy and Randy</li><li>(00:57:29) - Randy Hills on Me and Tommy on WWE 13</li><li>(01:03:28) - Tommy and Jamie on Rock and Roll</li><li>(01:06:59) - Wildfire Championship Wrestling Owner Tommy Rich on The Retro Wrestling Review US</li><li>(01:10:22) - Memphis Legends</li></ul><p>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 00:04:07 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4343</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert is joined by Gene Jackson (with a late run-in from “Wildfire” Tommy Rich!) as they pull back the curtain on one of the most talked-about rivalries in Memphis Wrestling history: the feud with PG-13 (Wolfie D &amp;amp; JC Ice).
Doug and Tommy revisit how the program started, why they weren’t sure it would work at first, and how it grew into one of the hottest storylines in USWA’s final years. From shaved heads to hubcaps, sympathy heat, and booking secrets, you’ll hear how two seasoned heels helped make PG-13 legit top stars in the territory.
Along the way, you’ll also get road stories, behind-the-scenes tales about Randy Hales, and the hilarious chaos of trying to keep Wolfie and Jamie from fighting each other outside the ring.
 Topics covered:


How the feud was booked to make fans believe in the underdogs


Stories from the road with PG-13 


The booking style of Randy Hales and how he trusted all four guys along the way


Wildfire Tommy Rich’s role as “assistant booker and hatchet man”


If you love Memphis Wrestling history and fun road stories, this is one you don’t want to miss!
 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Dangerous Conversations every week!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert is joined by Gene Jackson (with a late run-in from “Wildfire” Tommy Rich!) as they pull back the curtain on one of the most talked-about rivalries in Memphis Wrestling history: the feud with PG-13 (Wolfie</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #48: The Memphis Mafia Invade Power Pro Wrestling (Part 1)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #48: The Memphis Mafia Invade Power Pro Wrestling (Part 1)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f959611</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Get ready for a wild ride back to 1999 as "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich tell the story of the Memphis Mafia’s arrival in Randy Hales’ <em>Power Pro Wrestling</em>! In this first part of the story, the guys cover the behind-the-scenes moments leading up to their Power Pro debut—plus a few fun road stories from their prior territory days. They also circle back and clarify a couple of points from last week's "End of the USWA" episode.</p><br><p>Hear how Doug’s mom, Peggy Gilbert, became part of one of Memphis TV’s most shocking angles, the surprising way Tommy Rich came out of “the box” to swerve the fans, and how WWF developmental talents like JR Smooth (Rikishi), Rosey, and Glenn Kulka factored into the mix. The boys share how they kept the “shock factor” alive, the real-life ribbing that spilled into TV storylines, and the art of making good Southern wrestling television that kept heat on the heels and kept the babyfaces strong.</p><br><p>It’s classic Memphis chaos with laughs, history, and first-hand stories you won’t hear anywhere else. This is the build-up to the Memphis Mafia invading Power Pro Wrestling—Part 1 sets the stage for what’s to come!</p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert and Tommy Wildfire Rich</li><li>(00:02:50) - Wildfire Championship Wrestling</li><li>(00:06:30) - Wrestle 14</li><li>(00:10:00) - Jerry Lawler on Doug Baldwin's</li><li>(00:13:29) - Tommy Lawler on His 50th Anniversary at the Coliseum</li><li>(00:17:38) - Tommy Kingston on His Friendship With Gene Simmons</li><li>(00:22:21) - Jerry Lawler on His Refinch</li><li>(00:26:09) - Good Times in Jonesboro</li><li>(00:30:37) - Lou Thes vs Wayne Ferris</li><li>(00:33:48) - Doug and Tommy on Randy Hales Bringing TV5 Wrestling Back</li><li>(00:40:43) - Gene Hill on Randy's First TV Show</li><li>(00:45:06) - Tommy Thomas on Randy's Leaving</li><li>(00:45:36) - WWE developmental guys</li><li>(00:49:33) - Doug Gilbert Was Part of the Memphis Mafia</li><li>(00:52:39) - Tommy Rich Back in Power Pro 100</li><li>(00:58:17) -  Wolfie on Tommy Campbell</li><li>(00:58:59) - Tommy vs Gene Jones</li><li>(01:04:56) - Tommy vs Doug Gilbert on Power Pro 11</li><li>(01:09:55) - Memphis Legends</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Get ready for a wild ride back to 1999 as "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich tell the story of the Memphis Mafia’s arrival in Randy Hales’ <em>Power Pro Wrestling</em>! In this first part of the story, the guys cover the behind-the-scenes moments leading up to their Power Pro debut—plus a few fun road stories from their prior territory days. They also circle back and clarify a couple of points from last week's "End of the USWA" episode.</p><br><p>Hear how Doug’s mom, Peggy Gilbert, became part of one of Memphis TV’s most shocking angles, the surprising way Tommy Rich came out of “the box” to swerve the fans, and how WWF developmental talents like JR Smooth (Rikishi), Rosey, and Glenn Kulka factored into the mix. The boys share how they kept the “shock factor” alive, the real-life ribbing that spilled into TV storylines, and the art of making good Southern wrestling television that kept heat on the heels and kept the babyfaces strong.</p><br><p>It’s classic Memphis chaos with laughs, history, and first-hand stories you won’t hear anywhere else. This is the build-up to the Memphis Mafia invading Power Pro Wrestling—Part 1 sets the stage for what’s to come!</p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert and Tommy Wildfire Rich</li><li>(00:02:50) - Wildfire Championship Wrestling</li><li>(00:06:30) - Wrestle 14</li><li>(00:10:00) - Jerry Lawler on Doug Baldwin's</li><li>(00:13:29) - Tommy Lawler on His 50th Anniversary at the Coliseum</li><li>(00:17:38) - Tommy Kingston on His Friendship With Gene Simmons</li><li>(00:22:21) - Jerry Lawler on His Refinch</li><li>(00:26:09) - Good Times in Jonesboro</li><li>(00:30:37) - Lou Thes vs Wayne Ferris</li><li>(00:33:48) - Doug and Tommy on Randy Hales Bringing TV5 Wrestling Back</li><li>(00:40:43) - Gene Hill on Randy's First TV Show</li><li>(00:45:06) - Tommy Thomas on Randy's Leaving</li><li>(00:45:36) - WWE developmental guys</li><li>(00:49:33) - Doug Gilbert Was Part of the Memphis Mafia</li><li>(00:52:39) - Tommy Rich Back in Power Pro 100</li><li>(00:58:17) -  Wolfie on Tommy Campbell</li><li>(00:58:59) - Tommy vs Gene Jones</li><li>(01:04:56) - Tommy vs Doug Gilbert on Power Pro 11</li><li>(01:09:55) - Memphis Legends</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/8f959611/00582849.mp3" length="69053454" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4316</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>Get ready for a wild ride back to 1999 as "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich tell the story of the Memphis Mafia’s arrival in Randy Hales’ Power Pro Wrestling! In this first part of the story, the guys cover the behind-the-scenes moments leading up to their Power Pro debut—plus a few fun road stories from their prior territory days. They also circle back and clarify a couple of points from last week's "End of the USWA" episode.
Hear how Doug’s mom, Peggy Gilbert, became part of one of Memphis TV’s most shocking angles, the surprising way Tommy Rich came out of “the box” to swerve the fans, and how WWF developmental talents like JR Smooth (Rikishi), Rosey, and Glenn Kulka factored into the mix. The boys share how they kept the “shock factor” alive, the real-life ribbing that spilled into TV storylines, and the art of making good Southern wrestling television that kept heat on the heels and kept the babyfaces strong.
It’s classic Memphis chaos with laughs, history, and first-hand stories you won’t hear anywhere else. This is the build-up to the Memphis Mafia invading Power Pro Wrestling—Part 1 sets the stage for what’s to come!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Get ready for a wild ride back to 1999 as "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and “Wildfire” Tommy Rich tell the story of the Memphis Mafia’s arrival in Randy Hales’ Power Pro Wrestling! In this first part of the story, the guys cover the behind-the-scenes moments l</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #47: The End of the USWA</title>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #47: The End of the USWA</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On Episode #47 of Dangerous Conversations, "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich, and Host Gene Jackson take a deep dive into the end of the USWA, sharing stories and behind-the-scenes insights about the final days of USWA Championship Wrestling.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Doug and Tommy reflect on the glory days of 1994–95, when the USWA was still drawing money and packing the Mid-South Coliseum—right before the Monday Night Wars changed everything. They talk about Larry Burton, Mark Selker, shady business dealings, and how it all eventually collapsed.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Plus:</p><br><p>Doug gets paid to eat at Ruth’s Chris!?</p><br><p>Tommy's last cage match... and Jerry Lawler ends up in the slammer</p><br><p>Who is Dutch MANTRELL?</p><br><p>Brian Christopher commits vehicular assault with a Golf Cart!?!?</p><br><p>Why Memphis on Monday night couldn’t survive against Raw and Nitro War</p><br><p>Could Memphis have had continued success had they went to Friday nights at the MSC?</p><br><p> </p><br><p>No filters. No BS. Just wild stories, hard truths, and plenty of laughs with the Memphis Mafia.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Subscribe now and don't miss an episode!</p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert and Tommy Wildfire</li><li>(00:03:40) - Tommy Rich's Tennessee Dates</li><li>(00:09:09) - Jerry Lawler on Getting In A Cage</li><li>(00:13:53) - Tommy Kingston Meet in Dalton, Georgia</li><li>(00:17:43) - USWA End of the USWA</li><li>(00:24:51) - Jerry Lawler on His Money Letter</li><li>(00:29:32) - Jerry Lawler on Larry Brooks' Meeting</li><li>(00:33:55) - ECW star on Larry Brown's comment</li><li>(00:39:15) - Memphis Wrestling: Should We Have Extended to Friday?</li><li>(00:44:42) - Tommy vs Doug on WWF TV</li><li>(00:49:20) - Tommy vs Randy Hales</li><li>(00:53:20) - Tommy On Wolfie Kicking Him Out The House</li><li>(00:57:58) - Wolfie and Tommy on The Larry Burton Story</li><li>(01:00:56) - Jerry Lawler on His Million-Dollar Deal</li><li>(01:06:11) - Bruno on His New Album</li><li>(01:09:24) - Retro Wrestling Review USWA</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On Episode #47 of Dangerous Conversations, "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich, and Host Gene Jackson take a deep dive into the end of the USWA, sharing stories and behind-the-scenes insights about the final days of USWA Championship Wrestling.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Doug and Tommy reflect on the glory days of 1994–95, when the USWA was still drawing money and packing the Mid-South Coliseum—right before the Monday Night Wars changed everything. They talk about Larry Burton, Mark Selker, shady business dealings, and how it all eventually collapsed.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Plus:</p><br><p>Doug gets paid to eat at Ruth’s Chris!?</p><br><p>Tommy's last cage match... and Jerry Lawler ends up in the slammer</p><br><p>Who is Dutch MANTRELL?</p><br><p>Brian Christopher commits vehicular assault with a Golf Cart!?!?</p><br><p>Why Memphis on Monday night couldn’t survive against Raw and Nitro War</p><br><p>Could Memphis have had continued success had they went to Friday nights at the MSC?</p><br><p> </p><br><p>No filters. No BS. Just wild stories, hard truths, and plenty of laughs with the Memphis Mafia.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Subscribe now and don't miss an episode!</p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert and Tommy Wildfire</li><li>(00:03:40) - Tommy Rich's Tennessee Dates</li><li>(00:09:09) - Jerry Lawler on Getting In A Cage</li><li>(00:13:53) - Tommy Kingston Meet in Dalton, Georgia</li><li>(00:17:43) - USWA End of the USWA</li><li>(00:24:51) - Jerry Lawler on His Money Letter</li><li>(00:29:32) - Jerry Lawler on Larry Brooks' Meeting</li><li>(00:33:55) - ECW star on Larry Brown's comment</li><li>(00:39:15) - Memphis Wrestling: Should We Have Extended to Friday?</li><li>(00:44:42) - Tommy vs Doug on WWF TV</li><li>(00:49:20) - Tommy vs Randy Hales</li><li>(00:53:20) - Tommy On Wolfie Kicking Him Out The House</li><li>(00:57:58) - Wolfie and Tommy on The Larry Burton Story</li><li>(01:00:56) - Jerry Lawler on His Million-Dollar Deal</li><li>(01:06:11) - Bruno on His New Album</li><li>(01:09:24) - Retro Wrestling Review USWA</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/522af260/572862fb.mp3" length="69336379" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4334</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On Episode #47 of Dangerous Conversations, "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich, and Host Gene Jackson take a deep dive into the end of the USWA, sharing stories and behind-the-scenes insights about the final days of USWA Championship Wrestling.
 
Doug and Tommy reflect on the glory days of 1994–95, when the USWA was still drawing money and packing the Mid-South Coliseum—right before the Monday Night Wars changed everything. They talk about Larry Burton, Mark Selker, shady business dealings, and how it all eventually collapsed.
 
Plus:
Doug gets paid to eat at Ruth’s Chris!?
Tommy's last cage match... and Jerry Lawler ends up in the slammer
Who is Dutch MANTRELL?
Brian Christopher commits vehicular assault with a Golf Cart!?!?
Why Memphis on Monday night couldn’t survive against Raw and Nitro War
Could Memphis have had continued success had they went to Friday nights at the MSC?
 
No filters. No BS. Just wild stories, hard truths, and plenty of laughs with the Memphis Mafia.
 
Subscribe now and don't miss an episode!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On Episode #47 of Dangerous Conversations, "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich, and Host Gene Jackson take a deep dive into the end of the USWA, sharing stories and behind-the-scenes insights about the final days of USWA Championship Wrestling</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Episode #46 – Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #7: Malden Memories, Hogan vs Austin, Eddie Gilbert Stories &amp; More!</title>
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      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Episode #46 – Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #7: Malden Memories, Hogan vs Austin, Eddie Gilbert Stories &amp; More!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Memphis Mafia is back! In Episode #46 of <em>Dangerous Conversations with "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert &amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich</em>, Gene Jackson sits down with Doug and Tommy for their <strong>7th “Ask Doug &amp; Tommy” fan Q&amp;A episode</strong>, and it’s a wild one from start to finish!</p><br><p>This week, the boys tackle YOUR questions and open up about:</p><br><ul><br><li><br><p>Doug’s very first match in <strong>Malden, Missouri</strong> and the incredible wrestling history that came out of that small town</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>Tommy’s memories of his Memphis run in 1980–81, winning and losing the NWA World Title, and why he turned heel on Lawler</p><br></li><br><li><br><p><strong>Hulk Hogan vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin</strong> – who meant more to the wrestling business?</p><br></li><br><li><br><p><strong>Eddie Gilbert’s psychology in the ring</strong> and why he could make ANY opponent look good</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>The <strong>ugliest injuries</strong> they’ve ever seen in person – from compound leg breaks to tragedy in the ring</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>The most athletic “big men” they ever wrestled – Bam Bam Bigelow, Jerry Blackwell, and more!</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>The wild backstory of <strong>Big Business Brown</strong> and how he broke his arm taking a bump on live TV</p><br></li><br></ul><br><p>Plus: Memphis Mafia road stories, rare insight into wrestlers who never got their Japan run (but should have), a tribute to Brian Christopher, booking announcements, merch talk, and plenty of unfiltered laughs along the way.</p><br><p>If you love old-school wrestling stories straight from the guys who lived it, you do NOT want to miss this episode.</p><br><p><strong>For bookings, autographs, or to order signed copy of the Eddie Gilbert book:</strong><br>  Email: <a class="cursor-pointer">DougGilbertPodcast@Outlook.com</a></p><br><p><strong>Pick up your Memphis Mafia &amp; Gilbert Family shirts at:</strong><br>  <a href="http://prowrestlingtees.com" class="linkified">ProWrestlingTees.com</a> (search “Gilbert Family”)</p><br><p>Like, comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Memphis Mafia is back! In Episode #46 of <em>Dangerous Conversations with "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert &amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich</em>, Gene Jackson sits down with Doug and Tommy for their <strong>7th “Ask Doug &amp; Tommy” fan Q&amp;A episode</strong>, and it’s a wild one from start to finish!</p><br><p>This week, the boys tackle YOUR questions and open up about:</p><br><ul><br><li><br><p>Doug’s very first match in <strong>Malden, Missouri</strong> and the incredible wrestling history that came out of that small town</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>Tommy’s memories of his Memphis run in 1980–81, winning and losing the NWA World Title, and why he turned heel on Lawler</p><br></li><br><li><br><p><strong>Hulk Hogan vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin</strong> – who meant more to the wrestling business?</p><br></li><br><li><br><p><strong>Eddie Gilbert’s psychology in the ring</strong> and why he could make ANY opponent look good</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>The <strong>ugliest injuries</strong> they’ve ever seen in person – from compound leg breaks to tragedy in the ring</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>The most athletic “big men” they ever wrestled – Bam Bam Bigelow, Jerry Blackwell, and more!</p><br></li><br><li><br><p>The wild backstory of <strong>Big Business Brown</strong> and how he broke his arm taking a bump on live TV</p><br></li><br></ul><br><p>Plus: Memphis Mafia road stories, rare insight into wrestlers who never got their Japan run (but should have), a tribute to Brian Christopher, booking announcements, merch talk, and plenty of unfiltered laughs along the way.</p><br><p>If you love old-school wrestling stories straight from the guys who lived it, you do NOT want to miss this episode.</p><br><p><strong>For bookings, autographs, or to order signed copy of the Eddie Gilbert book:</strong><br>  Email: <a class="cursor-pointer">DougGilbertPodcast@Outlook.com</a></p><br><p><strong>Pick up your Memphis Mafia &amp; Gilbert Family shirts at:</strong><br>  <a href="http://prowrestlingtees.com" class="linkified">ProWrestlingTees.com</a> (search “Gilbert Family”)</p><br><p>Like, comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 01 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/ac206ce7/5e92c904.mp3" length="65385970" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4087</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>The Memphis Mafia is back! In Episode #46 of Dangerous Conversations with "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich, Gene Jackson sits down with Doug and Tommy for their 7th “Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy” fan Q&amp;amp;A episode, and it’s a wild one from start to finish!
This week, the boys tackle YOUR questions and open up about:


Doug’s very first match in Malden, Missouri and the incredible wrestling history that came out of that small town


Tommy’s memories of his Memphis run in 1980–81, winning and losing the NWA World Title, and why he turned heel on Lawler


Hulk Hogan vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin – who meant more to the wrestling business?


Eddie Gilbert’s psychology in the ring and why he could make ANY opponent look good


The ugliest injuries they’ve ever seen in person – from compound leg breaks to tragedy in the ring


The most athletic “big men” they ever wrestled – Bam Bam Bigelow, Jerry Blackwell, and more!


The wild backstory of Big Business Brown and how he broke his arm taking a bump on live TV


Plus: Memphis Mafia road stories, rare insight into wrestlers who never got their Japan run (but should have), a tribute to Brian Christopher, booking announcements, merch talk, and plenty of unfiltered laughs along the way.
If you love old-school wrestling stories straight from the guys who lived it, you do NOT want to miss this episode.
For bookings, autographs, or to order signed copy of the Eddie Gilbert book:  Email: DougGilbertPodcast@Outlook.com
Pick up your Memphis Mafia &amp;amp; Gilbert Family shirts at:  ProWrestlingTees.com (search “Gilbert Family”)
Like, comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>The Memphis Mafia is back! In Episode #46 of Dangerous Conversations with "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich, Gene Jackson sits down with Doug and Tommy for their 7th “Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy” fan Q&amp;amp;A episode, and it’s a wild one from s</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #45: Working in Japan</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #45: Working in Japan</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65945/episode/2097090</guid>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Gene sits down with Doug for a deep dive into Doug’s unforgettable journey through the world of Japanese pro wrestling!</p><br><p> </p><br><p>From his very first tour in 1990 to becoming part of the office for IWA Japan, Doug pulls back the curtain on what it was like to wrestle (and survive!) in the land of strong style. Hear wild stories about brutal matches, riding overnight ferries, navigating language barriers, and chasing fans while dressed as Freddy Krueger.  Learn the real deal behind the Ribera Steakhouse legend, monster gimmick wrestling sponsored by the Japanese movie studios, and how Doug booked top American stars like Terry Funk, Dick Slater, Dick Murdoch and Dan Severn over in Japan.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Doug addresses the Yakuza rumors, insane travel days, Japanese locker room culture, and how Memphis TV helped Japanese talent breakthrough in America and what it meant for them when they got back Japan.</p><br><p> </p><br><p> Hard-hitting action.</p><br><p> Great travel stories.</p><br><p> And how Doug got over huge with a pair of Nikes and a golf club.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>You don’t want to miss this incredible trip down memory lane from one of wrestling’s most well-traveled and toughest veterans</p><br><p> </p><br><p> Catch the radio version of Dangerous Conversations Wednesday nights at 8:00 PM</p><br><p> Subscribe now and relive wrestling history each and every week!</p><br><p> </p><br><p>#ProWrestling #DougGilbert #JapanWrestling #MemphisWrestling #DangerousConversations #WrestlingPodcast #RiberaSteakhouse #StrongStyle #IWAJapan #WrestlingHistory</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>This week on <em>Dangerous Conversations</em>, Gene sits down with Doug for a deep dive into Doug’s unforgettable journey through the world of Japanese pro wrestling!</p><br><p> </p><br><p>From his very first tour in 1990 to becoming part of the office for IWA Japan, Doug pulls back the curtain on what it was like to wrestle (and survive!) in the land of strong style. Hear wild stories about brutal matches, riding overnight ferries, navigating language barriers, and chasing fans while dressed as Freddy Krueger.  Learn the real deal behind the Ribera Steakhouse legend, monster gimmick wrestling sponsored by the Japanese movie studios, and how Doug booked top American stars like Terry Funk, Dick Slater, Dick Murdoch and Dan Severn over in Japan.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Doug addresses the Yakuza rumors, insane travel days, Japanese locker room culture, and how Memphis TV helped Japanese talent breakthrough in America and what it meant for them when they got back Japan.</p><br><p> </p><br><p> Hard-hitting action.</p><br><p> Great travel stories.</p><br><p> And how Doug got over huge with a pair of Nikes and a golf club.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>You don’t want to miss this incredible trip down memory lane from one of wrestling’s most well-traveled and toughest veterans</p><br><p> </p><br><p> Catch the radio version of Dangerous Conversations Wednesday nights at 8:00 PM</p><br><p> Subscribe now and relive wrestling history each and every week!</p><br><p> </p><br><p>#ProWrestling #DougGilbert #JapanWrestling #MemphisWrestling #DangerousConversations #WrestlingPodcast #RiberaSteakhouse #StrongStyle #IWAJapan #WrestlingHistory</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/0d219bf2/7150bd2d.mp3" length="62330962" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3896</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Gene sits down with Doug for a deep dive into Doug’s unforgettable journey through the world of Japanese pro wrestling!
 
From his very first tour in 1990 to becoming part of the office for IWA Japan, Doug pulls back the curtain on what it was like to wrestle (and survive!) in the land of strong style. Hear wild stories about brutal matches, riding overnight ferries, navigating language barriers, and chasing fans while dressed as Freddy Krueger.  Learn the real deal behind the Ribera Steakhouse legend, monster gimmick wrestling sponsored by the Japanese movie studios, and how Doug booked top American stars like Terry Funk, Dick Slater, Dick Murdoch and Dan Severn over in Japan.
 
Doug addresses the Yakuza rumors, insane travel days, Japanese locker room culture, and how Memphis TV helped Japanese talent breakthrough in America and what it meant for them when they got back Japan.
 
 Hard-hitting action.
 Great travel stories.
 And how Doug got over huge with a pair of Nikes and a golf club.
 
You don’t want to miss this incredible trip down memory lane from one of wrestling’s most well-traveled and toughest veterans
 
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      <itunes:subtitle>This week on Dangerous Conversations, Gene sits down with Doug for a deep dive into Doug’s unforgettable journey through the world of Japanese pro wrestling!
 
From his very first tour in 1990 to becoming part of the office for IWA Japan, Doug pulls back </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #44: The Top 25 Masked Wrestlers in the U.S. (40s-90s)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #44: The Top 25 Masked Wrestlers in the U.S. (40s-90s)</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p> On this week's episode, the discuss a list of the TOP 25 Masked Wrestlers in United States from the 40s - 90s.  You'll hear Doug and Tommy share memories and stories on some of the top masked wrestlers in history such as: the Assassins, the Interns, Mr. Olympia, the Bullet, and many, many more.  Also, the guys share insight on what it's like wrestling in mask, the reasons why someone might want to wrestle in a mask, and how having your face covered effects selling and other aspects of working.  It's fun conversation that covers a lot of names that haven't been discussed on the show before.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p> On this week's episode, the discuss a list of the TOP 25 Masked Wrestlers in United States from the 40s - 90s.  You'll hear Doug and Tommy share memories and stories on some of the top masked wrestlers in history such as: the Assassins, the Interns, Mr. Olympia, the Bullet, and many, many more.  Also, the guys share insight on what it's like wrestling in mask, the reasons why someone might want to wrestle in a mask, and how having your face covered effects selling and other aspects of working.  It's fun conversation that covers a lot of names that haven't been discussed on the show before.</p><br><p> </p><br><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 20:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:duration>4020</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this week's episode, the discuss a list of the TOP 25 Masked Wrestlers in United States from the 40s - 90s.  You'll hear Doug and Tommy share memories and stories on some of the top masked wrestlers in history such as: the Assassins, the Interns, Mr. Olympia, the Bullet, and many, many more.  Also, the guys share insight on what it's like wrestling in mask, the reasons why someone might want to wrestle in a mask, and how having your face covered effects selling and other aspects of working.  It's fun conversation that covers a lot of names that haven't been discussed on the show before.
 
Send in your questions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this week's episode, the discuss a list of the TOP 25 Masked Wrestlers in United States from the 40s - 90s.  You'll hear Doug and Tommy share memories and stories on some of the top masked wrestlers in history such as: the Assassins, the Interns, Mr. O</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #43: Doug talks Dark Side of the Ring &amp; Eddie's Book</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #43: Doug talks Dark Side of the Ring &amp; Eddie's Book</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this week's episode, Tommy had to step away to tend to some other business so Doug sits down with Gene to have his first in-depth discussion about Vice's Dark Side of the Ring episode on his brother Eddie that aired back in May, and they also tell the backstory on how the book on Eddie came together from the initial conception they worked on separately twenty years ago to getting together lastsummer and starting this podcast that led to them working together on completing the book about Eddie that was published in April of this year. These are two topics that have been frequently requested by listeners and we hopeeveryone enjoys this episode of Dangerous Conversations and it answers all your questions.  If not, feel free to sendthose in to be answered on a future episode.</p><p> Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this week's episode, Tommy had to step away to tend to some other business so Doug sits down with Gene to have his first in-depth discussion about Vice's Dark Side of the Ring episode on his brother Eddie that aired back in May, and they also tell the backstory on how the book on Eddie came together from the initial conception they worked on separately twenty years ago to getting together lastsummer and starting this podcast that led to them working together on completing the book about Eddie that was published in April of this year. These are two topics that have been frequently requested by listeners and we hopeeveryone enjoys this episode of Dangerous Conversations and it answers all your questions.  If not, feel free to sendthose in to be answered on a future episode.</p><p> Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4624</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this week's episode, Tommy had to step away to tend to some other business so Doug sits down with Gene to have his first in-depth discussion about Vice's Dark Side of the Ring episode on his brother Eddie that aired back in May, and they also tell the backstory on how the book on Eddie came together from the initial conception they worked on separately twenty years ago to getting together lastsummer and starting this podcast that led to them working together on completing the book about Eddie that was published in April of this year. These are two topics that have been frequently requested by listeners and we hopeeveryone enjoys this episode of Dangerous Conversations and it answers all your questions.  If not, feel free to sendthose in to be answered on a future episode. Send in your questions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this week's episode, Tommy had to step away to tend to some other business so Doug sits down with Gene to have his first in-depth discussion about Vice's Dark Side of the Ring episode on his brother Eddie that aired back in May, and they also tell the </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #42: Doug &amp; Tommy's Dangerous 4th of July Celebration!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #42: Doug &amp; Tommy's Dangerous 4th of July Celebration!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Independence Day! The title of this week's show sounds like something you wouldn't let your children attend but we promise it's safe as the guys celebrate the fourth ofJuly by discussing some great wrestling cards of the past that happen to take place on the 4th of July.  Some fun stories and memories always come out of studying these old shows and this week is no exception. You'll hear stories from Doug &amp; Tommy about: Jimmy Kent, Kim Duk, Jimmy Garvin, Scott Irwin, the Great Kabuki, Junkyard Dog, The Grappler,Kerry Von Erich, and many many more!  So grab a cold drink, take a burger off the grill, and hang out with Doug &amp; Tommy for some "Dangerous Conversations" about old school wrestling on Independence Day!</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Independence Day! The title of this week's show sounds like something you wouldn't let your children attend but we promise it's safe as the guys celebrate the fourth ofJuly by discussing some great wrestling cards of the past that happen to take place on the 4th of July.  Some fun stories and memories always come out of studying these old shows and this week is no exception. You'll hear stories from Doug &amp; Tommy about: Jimmy Kent, Kim Duk, Jimmy Garvin, Scott Irwin, the Great Kabuki, Junkyard Dog, The Grappler,Kerry Von Erich, and many many more!  So grab a cold drink, take a burger off the grill, and hang out with Doug &amp; Tommy for some "Dangerous Conversations" about old school wrestling on Independence Day!</p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4273</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>Happy Independence Day! The title of this week's show sounds like something you wouldn't let your children attend but we promise it's safe as the guys celebrate the fourth ofJuly by discussing some great wrestling cards of the past that happen to take place on the 4th of July.  Some fun stories and memories always come out of studying these old shows and this week is no exception. You'll hear stories from Doug &amp;amp; Tommy about: Jimmy Kent, Kim Duk, Jimmy Garvin, Scott Irwin, the Great Kabuki, Junkyard Dog, The Grappler,Kerry Von Erich, and many many more!  So grab a cold drink, take a burger off the grill, and hang out with Doug &amp;amp; Tommy for some "Dangerous Conversations" about old school wrestling on Independence Day!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Happy Independence Day! The title of this week's show sounds like something you wouldn't let your children attend but we promise it's safe as the guys celebrate the fourth ofJuly by discussing some great wrestling cards of the past that happen to take pla</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #41: The Juggalo Gatherings &amp; other unique bookings</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #41: The Juggalo Gatherings &amp; other unique bookings</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week Gene asks Doug &amp; Tommy about their experiences working for ICP at the Gathering of the Juggalo shows. There's a lot of fun stories that came out of those showsthat involved crazy things like old school guys like "Bullet" Bob Armstrong and "Cowboy" Bob Orton wrestling at 4am with nothing but flashlights lighting the ring, the cops pulling over Doug, Tommy, Brian Christopher, and Billy Gunn leaving the Gathering and the surprising end to the story, plus they discuss some other unique bookings and venues they experiencedover the years. </p><p> </p><p>Send in yourquestions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Get it on Spotifyhere:</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV">https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV</a></p><p> </p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebookat <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p> </p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p> </p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p><p> </p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week Gene asks Doug &amp; Tommy about their experiences working for ICP at the Gathering of the Juggalo shows. There's a lot of fun stories that came out of those showsthat involved crazy things like old school guys like "Bullet" Bob Armstrong and "Cowboy" Bob Orton wrestling at 4am with nothing but flashlights lighting the ring, the cops pulling over Doug, Tommy, Brian Christopher, and Billy Gunn leaving the Gathering and the surprising end to the story, plus they discuss some other unique bookings and venues they experiencedover the years. </p><p> </p><p>Send in yourquestions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Get it on Spotifyhere:</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV">https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV</a></p><p> </p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebookat <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p> </p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p> </p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p><p> </p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3755</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Gene asks Doug &amp;amp; Tommy about their experiences working for ICP at the Gathering of the Juggalo shows. There's a lot of fun stories that came out of those showsthat involved crazy things like old school guys like "Bullet" Bob Armstrong and "Cowboy" Bob Orton wrestling at 4am with nothing but flashlights lighting the ring, the cops pulling over Doug, Tommy, Brian Christopher, and Billy Gunn leaving the Gathering and the surprising end to the story, plus they discuss some other unique bookings and venues they experiencedover the years.  Send in yourquestions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com Get it on Spotifyhere:https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV Like/Follow us on Facebookat facebook.com/dangeroustalkn Follow us on Twitter/X at twitter.com/dangeroustalkn Contact us at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook  Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Gene asks Doug &amp;amp; Tommy about their experiences working for ICP at the Gathering of the Juggalo shows. There's a lot of fun stories that came out of those showsthat involved crazy things like old school guys like "Bullet" Bob Armstrong and "C</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #40: Personal Issues Draw Money!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #40: Personal Issues Draw Money!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this week's episode, Doug &amp; Tommy discuss the theory that Jerry Jarrett built his wrestling business around, "Personal Issues Draw Money". They talk about some of the personal issues over the years that helped them draw money and about how differently things were handled back then amongst "the boys". They also talk about the important role personable announcers like Lance Russell and Dave Brown played in getting these personal issues across on television. A lot of fun stories get shared along the way in this episode, check it out! </p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>On this week's episode, Doug &amp; Tommy discuss the theory that Jerry Jarrett built his wrestling business around, "Personal Issues Draw Money". They talk about some of the personal issues over the years that helped them draw money and about how differently things were handled back then amongst "the boys". They also talk about the important role personable announcers like Lance Russell and Dave Brown played in getting these personal issues across on television. A lot of fun stories get shared along the way in this episode, check it out! </p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4032</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this week's episode, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy discuss the theory that Jerry Jarrett built his wrestling business around, "Personal Issues Draw Money". They talk about some of the personal issues over the years that helped them draw money and about how differently things were handled back then amongst "the boys". They also talk about the important role personable announcers like Lance Russell and Dave Brown played in getting these personal issues across on television. A lot of fun stories get shared along the way in this episode, check it out!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this week's episode, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy discuss the theory that Jerry Jarrett built his wrestling business around, "Personal Issues Draw Money". They talk about some of the personal issues over the years that helped them draw money and about how differen</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #39: TALKIN' PROMOS</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #39: TALKIN' PROMOS</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week "Dangerous" Doug is back and the guys are having an in-depth discussion about a very important aspect of the wrestling business, promos!  What is a wrestling promo? Why are the important? How do they "draw money"? Who were some of the best at doing them? How much direction were they given? How have they evolved over the years? All these questions and many more will be covered in this week's episode. It's an interesting topic and one that Doug and Tommy know a lot about. </p><p>Check it out!</p><p><br></p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week "Dangerous" Doug is back and the guys are having an in-depth discussion about a very important aspect of the wrestling business, promos!  What is a wrestling promo? Why are the important? How do they "draw money"? Who were some of the best at doing them? How much direction were they given? How have they evolved over the years? All these questions and many more will be covered in this week's episode. It's an interesting topic and one that Doug and Tommy know a lot about. </p><p>Check it out!</p><p><br></p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/0bc0870b/94b379e7.mp3" length="76449577" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4778</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week "Dangerous" Doug is back and the guys are having an in-depth discussion about a very important aspect of the wrestling business, promos!  What is a wrestling promo? Why are the important? How do they "draw money"? Who were some of the best at doing them? How much direction were they given? How have they evolved over the years? All these questions and many more will be covered in this week's episode. It's an interesting topic and one that Doug and Tommy know a lot about. Check it out!Contact us at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook  Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week "Dangerous" Doug is back and the guys are having an in-depth discussion about a very important aspect of the wrestling business, promos!  What is a wrestling promo? Why are the important? How do they "draw money"? Who were some of the best at do</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #38: Tommy's Titles (1975-1982)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #38: Tommy's Titles (1975-1982)</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week as Doug recovers from his Alaska trip, Gene and Tommy discuss the titles that Tommy won from his debut his rookie year in 1975 up to the beginning of 1982. Thisgenerates some fun topics about guys he wrestled against and teamed with over those years including stories about: George Gulas, Tojo Yamamoto, Phil Hickerson (including the origin of his P.Y. Chu Hi name), The Bounty Hunters aka the Novaks, a hilarious story about Ken Lucas &amp; Ricky Morton, TheMongolian Stomper, Thunderbolt Patterson, Stan Hansen, Ole Anderson, The Crusher, and much, much more!</p><p><br></p><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week as Doug recovers from his Alaska trip, Gene and Tommy discuss the titles that Tommy won from his debut his rookie year in 1975 up to the beginning of 1982. Thisgenerates some fun topics about guys he wrestled against and teamed with over those years including stories about: George Gulas, Tojo Yamamoto, Phil Hickerson (including the origin of his P.Y. Chu Hi name), The Bounty Hunters aka the Novaks, a hilarious story about Ken Lucas &amp; Ricky Morton, TheMongolian Stomper, Thunderbolt Patterson, Stan Hansen, Ole Anderson, The Crusher, and much, much more!</p><p><br></p><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3784</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week as Doug recovers from his Alaska trip, Gene and Tommy discuss the titles that Tommy won from his debut his rookie year in 1975 up to the beginning of 1982. Thisgenerates some fun topics about guys he wrestled against and teamed with over those years including stories about: George Gulas, Tojo Yamamoto, Phil Hickerson (including the origin of his P.Y. Chu Hi name), The Bounty Hunters aka the Novaks, a hilarious story about Ken Lucas &amp;amp; Ricky Morton, TheMongolian Stomper, Thunderbolt Patterson, Stan Hansen, Ole Anderson, The Crusher, and much, much more!Send in your questions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comCheck out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week as Doug recovers from his Alaska trip, Gene and Tommy discuss the titles that Tommy won from his debut his rookie year in 1975 up to the beginning of 1982. Thisgenerates some fun topics about guys he wrestled against and teamed with over those y</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #37: The Rich &amp; Idol vs. Lawler feud from 1987!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #37: The Rich &amp; Idol vs. Lawler feud from 1987!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/04f600b5</link>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week Doug Gilbert is in Alaska, but never fear "Wildfire" Tommy Rich is here with host Gene Jackson and he's going to tell us all about the famous war that he and Austin Idol waged against Jerry 'the King' Lawler in Memphis in 1987!  They go in depth on all the matches that kicked off the feud starting in December 1986 until the "blowoff" in June 1987.  It's all here as Tommy breaks down how the feud began, AWA World Champion Nick Bockwinkel's role, Sid Eudy's first ever wrestling match that happened in a main event match during this feud, the infamous "posting" of both Lawler and later Tommy, the famous Steel Cage Hair vs. Hair Match, and of course the big scaffold match that took place at the conclusion.  Some of these matches and the people involved haven't been discussed in any of Tommy's past interviews.  Make sure you check this episode out and share with your friends!</p><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p><br></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week Doug Gilbert is in Alaska, but never fear "Wildfire" Tommy Rich is here with host Gene Jackson and he's going to tell us all about the famous war that he and Austin Idol waged against Jerry 'the King' Lawler in Memphis in 1987!  They go in depth on all the matches that kicked off the feud starting in December 1986 until the "blowoff" in June 1987.  It's all here as Tommy breaks down how the feud began, AWA World Champion Nick Bockwinkel's role, Sid Eudy's first ever wrestling match that happened in a main event match during this feud, the infamous "posting" of both Lawler and later Tommy, the famous Steel Cage Hair vs. Hair Match, and of course the big scaffold match that took place at the conclusion.  Some of these matches and the people involved haven't been discussed in any of Tommy's past interviews.  Make sure you check this episode out and share with your friends!</p><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p><br></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 30 May 2025 00:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/04f600b5/ceb277b5.mp3" length="61190333" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3825</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug Gilbert is in Alaska, but never fear "Wildfire" Tommy Rich is here with host Gene Jackson and he's going to tell us all about the famous war that he and Austin Idol waged against Jerry 'the King' Lawler in Memphis in 1987!  They go in depth on all the matches that kicked off the feud starting in December 1986 until the "blowoff" in June 1987.  It's all here as Tommy breaks down how the feud began, AWA World Champion Nick Bockwinkel's role, Sid Eudy's first ever wrestling match that happened in a main event match during this feud, the infamous "posting" of both Lawler and later Tommy, the famous Steel Cage Hair vs. Hair Match, and of course the big scaffold match that took place at the conclusion.  Some of these matches and the people involved haven't been discussed in any of Tommy's past interviews.  Make sure you check this episode out and share with your friends!Send in your questions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug Gilbert is in Alaska, but never fear "Wildfire" Tommy Rich is here with host Gene Jackson and he's going to tell us all about the famous war that he and Austin Idol waged against Jerry 'the King' Lawler in Memphis in 1987!  They go in depth</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #36: AD&amp;T Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #6</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #36: AD&amp;T Ask Doug &amp; Tommy #6</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week it's time for another 'AD&amp;T': Ask Doug &amp; Tommy as the guys answer YOUR questions that have been sent into the show! Some of the topics discussed this week include: worst injuries, Ahmed Johnson, do the guys watch present day wrestling?, Was Tommy ever considered to become a "Fabulous Freebird"?, what was the hardest part about writing the book on Eddie?, favorite non-wrestling related TV series and movie?, what hurts worse than fans think?, fun stories about Bert Prentice?, memories of Tommy's Mom &amp; Doug's Mom being involved in TV angles, who is Lucille?, Who was the "Hate Machine"?, Dream Match/Opponents?, and much, much more gets discussed in the process of answering these questions plus some classic audio of a famous Memphis Wrestling angle featuring Tommy's Mom, Jimmy Valiant, Jimmy Hart, and of course….Lance Russell!  </p><p>Check it out!</p><p> </p><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week it's time for another 'AD&amp;T': Ask Doug &amp; Tommy as the guys answer YOUR questions that have been sent into the show! Some of the topics discussed this week include: worst injuries, Ahmed Johnson, do the guys watch present day wrestling?, Was Tommy ever considered to become a "Fabulous Freebird"?, what was the hardest part about writing the book on Eddie?, favorite non-wrestling related TV series and movie?, what hurts worse than fans think?, fun stories about Bert Prentice?, memories of Tommy's Mom &amp; Doug's Mom being involved in TV angles, who is Lucille?, Who was the "Hate Machine"?, Dream Match/Opponents?, and much, much more gets discussed in the process of answering these questions plus some classic audio of a famous Memphis Wrestling angle featuring Tommy's Mom, Jimmy Valiant, Jimmy Hart, and of course….Lance Russell!  </p><p>Check it out!</p><p> </p><p>Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/6040bdd5/1a50b595.mp3" length="79633182" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4977</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week it's time for another 'AD&amp;amp;T': Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy as the guys answer YOUR questions that have been sent into the show! Some of the topics discussed this week include: worst injuries, Ahmed Johnson, do the guys watch present day wrestling?, Was Tommy ever considered to become a "Fabulous Freebird"?, what was the hardest part about writing the book on Eddie?, favorite non-wrestling related TV series and movie?, what hurts worse than fans think?, fun stories about Bert Prentice?, memories of Tommy's Mom &amp;amp; Doug's Mom being involved in TV angles, who is Lucille?, Who was the "Hate Machine"?, Dream Match/Opponents?, and much, much more gets discussed in the process of answering these questions plus some classic audio of a famous Memphis Wrestling angle featuring Tommy's Mom, Jimmy Valiant, Jimmy Hart, and of course….Lance Russell!  Check it out! Send in your questions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comContact us at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comPRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week it's time for another 'AD&amp;amp;T': Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy as the guys answer YOUR questions that have been sent into the show! Some of the topics discussed this week include: worst injuries, Ahmed Johnson, do the guys watch present day wrestling?, </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #35: Tommy Rich &amp; Tony Atlas in '77-'79</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #35: Tommy Rich &amp; Tony Atlas in '77-'79</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week the guys discuss Tommy's tag team with Tony Atlas in the late seventies and go over a few of the cards from that timeframe as Doug &amp; Tommy share their memoriesof the feuds and the wrestlers on the card.  Some fun stories are shared as a result featuring "Dirty" Dick Slater, Ole Anderson, Jerry Stubbs, Sgt. Slaughter, Arn Anderson, Pak Song, Stan Hansen, Jerry Lawler, Sting, Dusty Rhodes, and many more.  They also talk about some recent events likeGene's comedy show in Jackson, Tennessee and some fun memories of some wrestling shows in Jackson back in the day. </p><p>Plus, next week they will be doing another edition of "AD&amp;T"(Ask Doug &amp; Tommy).  Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Get it on Spotifyhere:</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV">https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV</a></p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebookat <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week the guys discuss Tommy's tag team with Tony Atlas in the late seventies and go over a few of the cards from that timeframe as Doug &amp; Tommy share their memoriesof the feuds and the wrestlers on the card.  Some fun stories are shared as a result featuring "Dirty" Dick Slater, Ole Anderson, Jerry Stubbs, Sgt. Slaughter, Arn Anderson, Pak Song, Stan Hansen, Jerry Lawler, Sting, Dusty Rhodes, and many more.  They also talk about some recent events likeGene's comedy show in Jackson, Tennessee and some fun memories of some wrestling shows in Jackson back in the day. </p><p>Plus, next week they will be doing another edition of "AD&amp;T"(Ask Doug &amp; Tommy).  Send in your questions to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Get it on Spotifyhere:</p><p><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV">https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFV</a></p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebookat <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/10727fbf/0b35c1e9.mp3" length="62113207" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3882</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week the guys discuss Tommy's tag team with Tony Atlas in the late seventies and go over a few of the cards from that timeframe as Doug &amp;amp; Tommy share their memoriesof the feuds and the wrestlers on the card.  Some fun stories are shared as a result featuring "Dirty" Dick Slater, Ole Anderson, Jerry Stubbs, Sgt. Slaughter, Arn Anderson, Pak Song, Stan Hansen, Jerry Lawler, Sting, Dusty Rhodes, and many more.  They also talk about some recent events likeGene's comedy show in Jackson, Tennessee and some fun memories of some wrestling shows in Jackson back in the day. Plus, next week they will be doing another edition of "AD&amp;amp;T"(Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy).  Send in your questions to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com Get it on Spotifyhere:https://open.spotify.com/show/03DEwJWqYIlkGEubeVgTFVLike/Follow us on Facebookat facebook.com/dangeroustalknFollow us on Twitter/X at twitter.com/dangeroustalknContact us at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comPRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week the guys discuss Tommy's tag team with Tony Atlas in the late seventies and go over a few of the cards from that timeframe as Doug &amp;amp; Tommy share their memoriesof the feuds and the wrestlers on the card.  Some fun stories are shared as a resu</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #34: Memphis Mafia Take Over Philly!!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #34: Memphis Mafia Take Over Philly!!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week the guys discuss their trip to Philadelphia this past weekend for Rasslecon &amp; TWA One &amp; Done! Who was Shane Douglas' mystery partner? Did Tommy shave off Gene's eyebrows while he slept? Will Doug ever return to the 2300 Arena? Are there more books in the works? Did the Mafia get a Philly Cheesesteak? Did Gene get to eat a slice with a "Big Don"? How did Tommy get the nickname "Wildfire"? Who fired Bay Ragni from ECW in 1993? How many dogs canyou fit in a Chevy Suburban?  Find out the answers to these questions and more on this week's DANGEROUSCONVERSATIONS!!</p><p> </p><p>Send in your questions for future episodes, your booking requests, and/or advertising inquiries to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>This week the guys discuss their trip to Philadelphia this past weekend for Rasslecon &amp; TWA One &amp; Done! Who was Shane Douglas' mystery partner? Did Tommy shave off Gene's eyebrows while he slept? Will Doug ever return to the 2300 Arena? Are there more books in the works? Did the Mafia get a Philly Cheesesteak? Did Gene get to eat a slice with a "Big Don"? How did Tommy get the nickname "Wildfire"? Who fired Bay Ragni from ECW in 1993? How many dogs canyou fit in a Chevy Suburban?  Find out the answers to these questions and more on this week's DANGEROUSCONVERSATIONS!!</p><p> </p><p>Send in your questions for future episodes, your booking requests, and/or advertising inquiries to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:duration>3852</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week the guys discuss their trip to Philadelphia this past weekend for Rasslecon &amp;amp; TWA One &amp;amp; Done! Who was Shane Douglas' mystery partner? Did Tommy shave off Gene's eyebrows while he slept? Will Doug ever return to the 2300 Arena? Are there more books in the works? Did the Mafia get a Philly Cheesesteak? Did Gene get to eat a slice with a "Big Don"? How did Tommy get the nickname "Wildfire"? Who fired Bay Ragni from ECW in 1993? How many dogs canyou fit in a Chevy Suburban?  Find out the answers to these questions and more on this week's DANGEROUSCONVERSATIONS!! Send in your questions for future episodes, your booking requests, and/or advertising inquiries to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week the guys discuss their trip to Philadelphia this past weekend for Rasslecon &amp;amp; TWA One &amp;amp; Done! Who was Shane Douglas' mystery partner? Did Tommy shave off Gene's eyebrows while he slept? Will Doug ever return to the 2300 Arena? Are there </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #33: USWA 1994 (Part 2)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #33: USWA 1994 (Part 2)</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #33: USWA 1994 (Part 2)</p><p> </p><p>This week Doug &amp; Tommy return to their discussion of USWA from 1994 but talk about a variety of topics in the process including: working with the Steiner Brothers, Billy JoeTravis, "Dream Machine" Troy Graham's return to Memphis in 1994, the famous "Hit &amp; Run" angle in the WMC TV-5 parking lot and the insane alternative suggestion from Jerry Jarrett, Was Tommy REALLY supposed to go to the WWF in 1985? and why did he leave Georgia when Jim Crockett bought itout from Ole Anderson?, and much, much more!!</p><p> Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast" rel="noreferrer noopener">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich Episode #33: USWA 1994 (Part 2)</p><p> </p><p>This week Doug &amp; Tommy return to their discussion of USWA from 1994 but talk about a variety of topics in the process including: working with the Steiner Brothers, Billy JoeTravis, "Dream Machine" Troy Graham's return to Memphis in 1994, the famous "Hit &amp; Run" angle in the WMC TV-5 parking lot and the insane alternative suggestion from Jerry Jarrett, Was Tommy REALLY supposed to go to the WWF in 1985? and why did he leave Georgia when Jim Crockett bought itout from Ole Anderson?, and much, much more!!</p><p> Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast" rel="noreferrer noopener">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 23:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:summary>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich Episode #33: USWA 1994 (Part 2) This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy return to their discussion of USWA from 1994 but talk about a variety of topics in the process including: working with the Steiner Brothers, Billy JoeTravis, "Dream Machine" Troy Graham's return to Memphis in 1994, the famous "Hit &amp;amp; Run" angle in the WMC TV-5 parking lot and the insane alternative suggestion from Jerry Jarrett, Was Tommy REALLY supposed to go to the WWF in 1985? and why did he leave Georgia when Jim Crockett bought itout from Ole Anderson?, and much, much more!! Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comLike/Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/dangeroustalknFollow us on Twitter/X at twitter.com/dangeroustalknContact us at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comPRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich Episode #33: USWA 1994 (Part 2) This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy return to their discussion of USWA from 1994 but talk about a variety of topics in the process including: working with the Steiner Brothers,</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #32: "Somebody say sumthin' bout Philadelphia??"</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #32: "Somebody say sumthin' bout Philadelphia??"</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>From Eddie's famous match with Tiger Mask at the Philadelphia Spectrum to the Dark Patriot diving out of the Crow's Nest on JT Smith after throwing him off of it, to the"BigDon" Tommy Rich and his "paisans", the FULL BLOODED ITALIANS, the Gilberts and Tommy Rich have a "rich" history in Philadelphia, if you will.  On this episode, we cover a lot ofthat history and along the way they discuss "Playboy" Gary Hart, the Great Kabuki, Tenyru, the significance of the Tiger Mask persona in Japan, Tommy Gilbert's history with the Funk family, what Tommy remembers about working with Terry Funk in ECW in 1997, teaming with Ricky Morton against the Gangstas in ECW, Eddie's famous series of matches with Cactus Jack in the TWA, the motivation Japanese wrestling promotions had for doing "monster movie" gimmicks, and  the Philly crowds were like in the 90s compared to other towns.  All that and more on this week's episode of Dangerous Conversations!</p><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> Like/Follow us on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>From Eddie's famous match with Tiger Mask at the Philadelphia Spectrum to the Dark Patriot diving out of the Crow's Nest on JT Smith after throwing him off of it, to the"BigDon" Tommy Rich and his "paisans", the FULL BLOODED ITALIANS, the Gilberts and Tommy Rich have a "rich" history in Philadelphia, if you will.  On this episode, we cover a lot ofthat history and along the way they discuss "Playboy" Gary Hart, the Great Kabuki, Tenyru, the significance of the Tiger Mask persona in Japan, Tommy Gilbert's history with the Funk family, what Tommy remembers about working with Terry Funk in ECW in 1997, teaming with Ricky Morton against the Gangstas in ECW, Eddie's famous series of matches with Cactus Jack in the TWA, the motivation Japanese wrestling promotions had for doing "monster movie" gimmicks, and  the Philly crowds were like in the 90s compared to other towns.  All that and more on this week's episode of Dangerous Conversations!</p><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> Like/Follow us on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/26ddb0e2/90d5f5bb.mp3" length="66475846" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4155</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>From Eddie's famous match with Tiger Mask at the Philadelphia Spectrum to the Dark Patriot diving out of the Crow's Nest on JT Smith after throwing him off of it, to the"BigDon" Tommy Rich and his "paisans", the FULL BLOODED ITALIANS, the Gilberts and Tommy Rich have a "rich" history in Philadelphia, if you will.  On this episode, we cover a lot ofthat history and along the way they discuss "Playboy" Gary Hart, the Great Kabuki, Tenyru, the significance of the Tiger Mask persona in Japan, Tommy Gilbert's history with the Funk family, what Tommy remembers about working with Terry Funk in ECW in 1997, teaming with Ricky Morton against the Gangstas in ECW, Eddie's famous series of matches with Cactus Jack in the TWA, the motivation Japanese wrestling promotions had for doing "monster movie" gimmicks, and  the Philly crowds were like in the 90s compared to other towns.  All that and more on this week's episode of Dangerous Conversations!Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com Like/Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/dangeroustalknFollow us on Twitter/X at twitter.com/dangeroustalknContact us at douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comPRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTBOOK TODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook Check out all things related to DangerousConversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>From Eddie's famous match with Tiger Mask at the Philadelphia Spectrum to the Dark Patriot diving out of the Crow's Nest on JT Smith after throwing him off of it, to the"BigDon" Tommy Rich and his "paisans", the FULL BLOODED ITALIANS, the Gilberts and Tom</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #31: The Boys are Back!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #31: The Boys are Back!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It's the premiere of SEASON TWO of Dangerous Conversations as Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich returnalong with host Gene Jackson to catch you up on what's been happening in the past few weeks. Now that some other projects have been completed it's time for Dangerous Conversations to hit the ground running for Season Two.  They discuss the new book on Eddie Gilbert that Doug and Gene recently completed that's available now for pre-order. They talk about some of the great shows they've competed on recently, as well as some big shows they have coming up soon.  PLUS: they talk about Eddie's shoot interview from 1994, the upcoming Dark Side of the Ring episode from VICE TV, and much, much more!</p><p><br></p><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast" rel="noreferrer noopener">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:www.douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">www.douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>Check out our MERCH <a href="https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/gilbert-family.html?srsltid=AfmBOooXRxYiDAlRyvqUkyEM2m_dQ8Lz--N1t_Yr1iIzIIEFe_oijy-s" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/gilbert-family.html</a></p><p>Check out our YouTube channel at <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@retrowrestlingarchive" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.youtube.com/@retrowrestlingarchive</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTTODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p>It's the premiere of SEASON TWO of Dangerous Conversations as Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich returnalong with host Gene Jackson to catch you up on what's been happening in the past few weeks. Now that some other projects have been completed it's time for Dangerous Conversations to hit the ground running for Season Two.  They discuss the new book on Eddie Gilbert that Doug and Gene recently completed that's available now for pre-order. They talk about some of the great shows they've competed on recently, as well as some big shows they have coming up soon.  PLUS: they talk about Eddie's shoot interview from 1994, the upcoming Dark Side of the Ring episode from VICE TV, and much, much more!</p><p><br></p><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Like/Follow us on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dangeroustalkn" class="linkified">facebook.com/dangeroustalkn</a></p><p>Follow us on Twitter/X at <a href="http://twitter.com/uswapodcast" rel="noreferrer noopener">twitter.com/</a>dangeroustalkn</p><p>Contact us at <a href="mailto:www.douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">www.douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><p>Check out our MERCH <a href="https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/gilbert-family.html?srsltid=AfmBOooXRxYiDAlRyvqUkyEM2m_dQ8Lz--N1t_Yr1iIzIIEFe_oijy-s" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/gilbert-family.html</a></p><p>Check out our YouTube channel at <a href="http://www.youtube.com/@retrowrestlingarchive" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.youtube.com/@retrowrestlingarchive</a></p><p>PRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTTODAY @ <a href="http://www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook</a> </p><p>Check out all things related to Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich at <a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4174</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>It's the premiere of SEASON TWO of Dangerous Conversations as Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich returnalong with host Gene Jackson to catch you up on what's been happening in the past few weeks. Now that some other projects have been completed it's time for Dangerous Conversations to hit the ground running for Season Two.  They discuss the new book on Eddie Gilbert that Doug and Gene recently completed that's available now for pre-order. They talk about some of the great shows they've competed on recently, as well as some big shows they have coming up soon.  PLUS: they talk about Eddie's shoot interview from 1994, the upcoming Dark Side of the Ring episode from VICE TV, and much, much more!Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com Like/Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/dangeroustalknFollow us on Twitter/X at twitter.com/dangeroustalknContact us at www.douggilbertpodcast@outlook.comCheck out our MERCH https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/gilbert-family.htmlCheck out our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/@retrowrestlingarchivePRE-ORDER THE NEW "HOT STUFF" EDDIE GILBERTTODAY @ www.tinyurl.com/EddieGilbertBook Check out all things related to Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich at www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>It's the premiere of SEASON TWO of Dangerous Conversations as Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich returnalong with host Gene Jackson to catch you up on what's been happening in the past few weeks. Now that some other projects have been completed it's time for Dan</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #30: AD&amp;T #5 (Ask Doug &amp; Tommy)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #30: AD&amp;T #5 (Ask Doug &amp; Tommy)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this week’s episode, it’s time for another AD&amp;T (Ask Doug &amp; Tommy)!Some of the topics covered: Meeting Vince McMahon, working with Adrian Adonis in the AWA, Was Doug the “Terrorist” at Clash of the Champions: Guts &amp; Glory?, Did Tommy conspire with Nick Patrick to “jump” Ole Anderson?, Why Dark Patriot in ECW rather than Doug Gilbert?, Ox Baker stories, Great Kabuki, Super Mario, Arlie Gilbert, Gary Hart, Peggy Gilbert’s Van??, the Steiner Brothers, the Undertaker, Royal Rumble ’96, and more!!</strong></p><br><p><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>www.dougilbertpodcast.com</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Gene Jackson’s Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast, check out </strong><a href="http://www.uswapodcast.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>www.uswapodcast.com</strong></a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this week’s episode, it’s time for another AD&amp;T (Ask Doug &amp; Tommy)!Some of the topics covered: Meeting Vince McMahon, working with Adrian Adonis in the AWA, Was Doug the “Terrorist” at Clash of the Champions: Guts &amp; Glory?, Did Tommy conspire with Nick Patrick to “jump” Ole Anderson?, Why Dark Patriot in ECW rather than Doug Gilbert?, Ox Baker stories, Great Kabuki, Super Mario, Arlie Gilbert, Gary Hart, Peggy Gilbert’s Van??, the Steiner Brothers, the Undertaker, Royal Rumble ’96, and more!!</strong></p><br><p><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>www.dougilbertpodcast.com</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Gene Jackson’s Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast, check out </strong><a href="http://www.uswapodcast.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>www.uswapodcast.com</strong></a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 21:43:06 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/5a598771/6aae0033.mp3" length="72096544" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4506</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this week’s episode, it’s time for another AD&amp;amp;T (Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy)!Some of the topics covered: Meeting Vince McMahon, working with Adrian Adonis in the AWA, Was Doug the “Terrorist” at Clash of the Champions: Guts &amp;amp; Glory?, Did Tommy conspire with Nick Patrick to “jump” Ole Anderson?, Why Dark Patriot in ECW rather than Doug Gilbert?, Ox Baker stories, Great Kabuki, Super Mario, Arlie Gilbert, Gary Hart, Peggy Gilbert’s Van??, the Steiner Brothers, the Undertaker, Royal Rumble ’96, and more!!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com
For all things related to Gene Jackson’s Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast, check out www.uswapodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this week’s episode, it’s time for another AD&amp;amp;T (Ask Doug &amp;amp; Tommy)!Some of the topics covered: Meeting Vince McMahon, working with Adrian Adonis in the AWA, Was Doug the “Terrorist” at Clash of the Champions: Guts &amp;amp; Glory?, Did Tommy conspi</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #29: Tommy Rich in Southeastern '85/'86</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #29: Tommy Rich in Southeastern '85/'86</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/63c6a6f0</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this week's episode, Doug was away on business so Tommy and Gene had a conversation about Southeastern/Continental in '85 &amp; '86. They also get Tommy's reaction to the "Tommy "Wildfire" Rich for the WWE Hall of Fame" sign from the crowd on this week's WWE Monday Night Raw. Tommy also gets to hear the Undertaker's impression of him from a recent episode of his podcast and gives his reaction to it.  A fun conversation covering the Nightmares feud, the Armstrongs, the Fullers, Jody Hamilton, "Roy Rogers", Ric Flair, Mr. Olympia, Tom Prichard, Austin Idol, and much, much more!<br></strong><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this week's episode, Doug was away on business so Tommy and Gene had a conversation about Southeastern/Continental in '85 &amp; '86. They also get Tommy's reaction to the "Tommy "Wildfire" Rich for the WWE Hall of Fame" sign from the crowd on this week's WWE Monday Night Raw. Tommy also gets to hear the Undertaker's impression of him from a recent episode of his podcast and gives his reaction to it.  A fun conversation covering the Nightmares feud, the Armstrongs, the Fullers, Jody Hamilton, "Roy Rogers", Ric Flair, Mr. Olympia, Tom Prichard, Austin Idol, and much, much more!<br></strong><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/63c6a6f0/7f1f9e9b.mp3" length="70424759" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4402</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this week's episode, Doug was away on business so Tommy and Gene had a conversation about Southeastern/Continental in '85 &amp;amp; '86. They also get Tommy's reaction to the "Tommy "Wildfire" Rich for the WWE Hall of Fame" sign from the crowd on this week's WWE Monday Night Raw. Tommy also gets to hear the Undertaker's impression of him from a recent episode of his podcast and gives his reaction to it.  A fun conversation covering the Nightmares feud, the Armstrongs, the Fullers, Jody Hamilton, "Roy Rogers", Ric Flair, Mr. Olympia, Tom Prichard, Austin Idol, and much, much more!Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this week's episode, Doug was away on business so Tommy and Gene had a conversation about Southeastern/Continental in '85 &amp;amp; '86. They also get Tommy's reaction to the "Tommy "Wildfire" Rich for the WWE Hall of Fame" sign from the crowd on this week</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #28: Talking USWA 1994 (Part 1)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #28: Talking USWA 1994 (Part 1)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy take a look back to their time in the USWA in 1994 covering January through March of that year.  They discuss some of the cards from that time as well as some of their fellow wrestlers that were working the territory at that time including: Reggie B. Fine, Del Rios aka The Spellbinder, Bert Prentice, Skull Von Crush, Jimmy Valiant, and they also talk about the entire card for the March 1994, Memphis Memories event headlined by the “Best of Memphis” match.  Plus hear a fun story from Doug about a “Singapore Caning” match against Brian Christopher that ending up being a real pain all around the loop.  All that and much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy take a look back to their time in the USWA in 1994 covering January through March of that year.  They discuss some of the cards from that time as well as some of their fellow wrestlers that were working the territory at that time including: Reggie B. Fine, Del Rios aka The Spellbinder, Bert Prentice, Skull Von Crush, Jimmy Valiant, and they also talk about the entire card for the March 1994, Memphis Memories event headlined by the “Best of Memphis” match.  Plus hear a fun story from Doug about a “Singapore Caning” match against Brian Christopher that ending up being a real pain all around the loop.  All that and much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/7d4552e2/6c4e66ae.mp3" length="78399830" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4900</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy take a look back to their time in the USWA in 1994 covering January through March of that year.  They discuss some of the cards from that time as well as some of their fellow wrestlers that were working the territory at that time including: Reggie B. Fine, Del Rios aka The Spellbinder, Bert Prentice, Skull Von Crush, Jimmy Valiant, and they also talk about the entire card for the March 1994, Memphis Memories event headlined by the “Best of Memphis” match.  Plus hear a fun story from Doug about a “Singapore Caning” match against Brian Christopher that ending up being a real pain all around the loop.  All that and much more!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy take a look back to their time in the USWA in 1994 covering January through March of that year.  They discuss some of the cards from that time as well as some of their fellow wrestlers that were working the territory at that tim</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #27: Featuring Special Guest - Joel Goodhart</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #27: Featuring Special Guest - Joel Goodhart</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy welcome TWA promoter Joel Goodhart as they discuss the history of the Tri-State Wrestling Alliance, Eddie Gilbert's matches with Cactus Jack for TWA, Buddy Landel and the "Battle of the Nature Boys" that almost happened at TWA against the legendary Buddy Rogers, the Memphis Wrestling influence on Tri-State, plus they discuss the HUGE TWA 'ONE &amp; DONE' event coming to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday May 3rd at the 2300 Arena!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Tickets are on sale now for both Rassle Con and TWA One &amp; Done at </strong><strong><a href="http://www.2300arena.com" class="linkified">www.2300arena.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy welcome TWA promoter Joel Goodhart as they discuss the history of the Tri-State Wrestling Alliance, Eddie Gilbert's matches with Cactus Jack for TWA, Buddy Landel and the "Battle of the Nature Boys" that almost happened at TWA against the legendary Buddy Rogers, the Memphis Wrestling influence on Tri-State, plus they discuss the HUGE TWA 'ONE &amp; DONE' event coming to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday May 3rd at the 2300 Arena!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Tickets are on sale now for both Rassle Con and TWA One &amp; Done at </strong><strong><a href="http://www.2300arena.com" class="linkified">www.2300arena.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 12:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/d6abb31b/d2ce1f20.mp3" length="62327641" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3896</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy welcome TWA promoter Joel Goodhart as they discuss the history of the Tri-State Wrestling Alliance, Eddie Gilbert's matches with Cactus Jack for TWA, Buddy Landel and the "Battle of the Nature Boys" that almost happened at TWA against the legendary Buddy Rogers, the Memphis Wrestling influence on Tri-State, plus they discuss the HUGE TWA 'ONE &amp;amp; DONE' event coming to Philadelphia, PA on Saturday May 3rd at the 2300 Arena!
Tickets are on sale now for both Rassle Con and TWA One &amp;amp; Done at www.2300arena.com
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy welcome TWA promoter Joel Goodhart as they discuss the history of the Tri-State Wrestling Alliance, Eddie Gilbert's matches with Cactus Jack for TWA, Buddy Landel and the "Battle of the Nature Boys" that almost happened at TWA a</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #26: The Last Battle of Atlanta (Rich vs. Sawyer)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #26: The Last Battle of Atlanta (Rich vs. Sawyer)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65945/episode/2091980</guid>
      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/3b660260</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>If you were a fan of Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early 80s, there was no feud more talked about or more memorable than Tommy "Wildfire" Rich vs. "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer.  As most folks know, this feud came to a head in a famous steel cage match that would be known as the "Last Battle of Atlanta".  The match is memorable for many reasons.  One of the reasons is the cage itself, it was unique in the fact that it was a steel cage that also had a chain link top that would go on to inspire the WWE's HELL IN A CELL cage years later.  It's also famous because for decades it was believed that no footage of this match existed, it was the holy grail of the pro wrestling tape traders from the VHS days into the DVD days.  But mostly it was memorable because it was an exclamation point on a violent and bloody feud that lasted over two years.  This week, Doug &amp; Tommy discuss the feud with Buzz Sawyer and everything that led up to it, the match itself, and even a few things you may not remember that happened after it.  Check it out!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>If you were a fan of Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early 80s, there was no feud more talked about or more memorable than Tommy "Wildfire" Rich vs. "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer.  As most folks know, this feud came to a head in a famous steel cage match that would be known as the "Last Battle of Atlanta".  The match is memorable for many reasons.  One of the reasons is the cage itself, it was unique in the fact that it was a steel cage that also had a chain link top that would go on to inspire the WWE's HELL IN A CELL cage years later.  It's also famous because for decades it was believed that no footage of this match existed, it was the holy grail of the pro wrestling tape traders from the VHS days into the DVD days.  But mostly it was memorable because it was an exclamation point on a violent and bloody feud that lasted over two years.  This week, Doug &amp; Tommy discuss the feud with Buzz Sawyer and everything that led up to it, the match itself, and even a few things you may not remember that happened after it.  Check it out!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:44:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/3b660260/22084ea9.mp3" length="72243728" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4516</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>If you were a fan of Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early 80s, there was no feud more talked about or more memorable than Tommy "Wildfire" Rich vs. "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer.  As most folks know, this feud came to a head in a famous steel cage match that would be known as the "Last Battle of Atlanta".  The match is memorable for many reasons.  One of the reasons is the cage itself, it was unique in the fact that it was a steel cage that also had a chain link top that would go on to inspire the WWE's HELL IN A CELL cage years later.  It's also famous because for decades it was believed that no footage of this match existed, it was the holy grail of the pro wrestling tape traders from the VHS days into the DVD days.  But mostly it was memorable because it was an exclamation point on a violent and bloody feud that lasted over two years.  This week, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy discuss the feud with Buzz Sawyer and everything that led up to it, the match itself, and even a few things you may not remember that happened after it.  Check it out!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>If you were a fan of Georgia Championship Wrestling in the early 80s, there was no feud more talked about or more memorable than Tommy "Wildfire" Rich vs. "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer.  As most folks know, this feud came to a head in a famous steel cage match th</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #25: Happy Birthday, Tommy Gilbert!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #25: Happy Birthday, Tommy Gilbert!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65945/episode/2091979</guid>
      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/ae185750</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode, we celebrate what would have been Doug's Dad Tommy Gilbert's 85th Birthday on January 15th by having Doug &amp; Tommy share memories and stories of Tommy while also reviewing some results from the early years of his career featuring discussions of Sputnik Monroe, Ron &amp; Don Wright, Herb Welch, The Funks, Eddie Marlin, Rocky Johnson, Billy Wicks, The Bicentennial Kings of Dennis Condrey &amp; Phil Hickerson, Frank Goodish, and many more!  Plus the story of Johnny Starr and some great stories about Mr. Gilbert working with the legendary Lou Thesz!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode, we celebrate what would have been Doug's Dad Tommy Gilbert's 85th Birthday on January 15th by having Doug &amp; Tommy share memories and stories of Tommy while also reviewing some results from the early years of his career featuring discussions of Sputnik Monroe, Ron &amp; Don Wright, Herb Welch, The Funks, Eddie Marlin, Rocky Johnson, Billy Wicks, The Bicentennial Kings of Dennis Condrey &amp; Phil Hickerson, Frank Goodish, and many more!  Plus the story of Johnny Starr and some great stories about Mr. Gilbert working with the legendary Lou Thesz!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 16:41:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/ae185750/d4a8a893.mp3" length="78982888" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>4937</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this episode, we celebrate what would have been Doug's Dad Tommy Gilbert's 85th Birthday on January 15th by having Doug &amp;amp; Tommy share memories and stories of Tommy while also reviewing some results from the early years of his career featuring discussions of Sputnik Monroe, Ron &amp;amp; Don Wright, Herb Welch, The Funks, Eddie Marlin, Rocky Johnson, Billy Wicks, The Bicentennial Kings of Dennis Condrey &amp;amp; Phil Hickerson, Frank Goodish, and many more!  Plus the story of Johnny Starr and some great stories about Mr. Gilbert working with the legendary Lou Thesz!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this episode, we celebrate what would have been Doug's Dad Tommy Gilbert's 85th Birthday on January 15th by having Doug &amp;amp; Tommy share memories and stories of Tommy while also reviewing some results from the early years of his career featuring discu</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #23: Memphis Mafia in the USWA 1992</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #23: Memphis Mafia in the USWA 1992</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/2ab8f761</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode, we pick up the USWA discussion where we left off at the end of 1990, Doug &amp; Tommy spent most of 1991 in other places so we touch on a few interesting subjects from '91 like working with Eric Embry &amp; Chris Candido, and then we move into 1992! A lot of fun stuff to cover in the USWA in 1992 involving the Gilberts and Tommy Rich including Doug wrestling against Tommy one on one, Doug &amp; Eddie feuding with the Rock &amp; Roll Express, Tommy coming in as a babyface but eventually turning on Bill Dundee and rejoining the "Memphis Mafia". Plus, they discuss working with the Junkyard Dog, the "Russian Unified Team", Pelotons, Gino Hernandez, and much more on this week's episode of Dangerous Conversations! </strong></p><br><p><strong>Make sure you stick around after the podcast ends for some fun promo clips from Doug &amp; Eddie as well as a clip of Tommy doing a promo with his tag team partner Buddy Landel on the phone talking about the ranch "they just purchased" that is an absolute classic!</strong></p><br><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On this episode, we pick up the USWA discussion where we left off at the end of 1990, Doug &amp; Tommy spent most of 1991 in other places so we touch on a few interesting subjects from '91 like working with Eric Embry &amp; Chris Candido, and then we move into 1992! A lot of fun stuff to cover in the USWA in 1992 involving the Gilberts and Tommy Rich including Doug wrestling against Tommy one on one, Doug &amp; Eddie feuding with the Rock &amp; Roll Express, Tommy coming in as a babyface but eventually turning on Bill Dundee and rejoining the "Memphis Mafia". Plus, they discuss working with the Junkyard Dog, the "Russian Unified Team", Pelotons, Gino Hernandez, and much more on this week's episode of Dangerous Conversations! </strong></p><br><p><strong>Make sure you stick around after the podcast ends for some fun promo clips from Doug &amp; Eddie as well as a clip of Tommy doing a promo with his tag team partner Buddy Landel on the phone talking about the ranch "they just purchased" that is an absolute classic!</strong></p><br><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:19:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/2ab8f761/349a8aef.mp3" length="84540073" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5284</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>On this episode, we pick up the USWA discussion where we left off at the end of 1990, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy spent most of 1991 in other places so we touch on a few interesting subjects from '91 like working with Eric Embry &amp;amp; Chris Candido, and then we move into 1992! A lot of fun stuff to cover in the USWA in 1992 involving the Gilberts and Tommy Rich including Doug wrestling against Tommy one on one, Doug &amp;amp; Eddie feuding with the Rock &amp;amp; Roll Express, Tommy coming in as a babyface but eventually turning on Bill Dundee and rejoining the "Memphis Mafia". Plus, they discuss working with the Junkyard Dog, the "Russian Unified Team", Pelotons, Gino Hernandez, and much more on this week's episode of Dangerous Conversations! 
Make sure you stick around after the podcast ends for some fun promo clips from Doug &amp;amp; Eddie as well as a clip of Tommy doing a promo with his tag team partner Buddy Landel on the phone talking about the ranch "they just purchased" that is an absolute classic!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>On this episode, we pick up the USWA discussion where we left off at the end of 1990, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy spent most of 1991 in other places so we touch on a few interesting subjects from '91 like working with Eric Embry &amp;amp; Chris Candido, and then we move</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #24: Ask Doug &amp; Tommy Anything #4</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #24: Ask Doug &amp; Tommy Anything #4</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65945/episode/2091978</guid>
      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2900f35</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><h1 class="headings__title svelte-1uuona0">This<strong> week,</strong> <strong>it's YOUR turn to ask the questions!  Once again Doug &amp; Tommy are answering questions sent in by the listeners of the show. </strong><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>Here's some of the topics that get covered in the process:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug's match with Mance Warner from the W.O.M.B.A.T. show in Tullahoma</strong></p><br><p><strong>Tommy's memories of the Jarrett/Gulas split in 1977</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug's appearance on AEW alongside other Memphis Legends</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug &amp; Tommy's favorite match as tag team partners</strong></p><br><p><strong>Favorite places to eat on the road</strong></p><br><p><strong>Who was the best female of wrestler of all time?</strong></p><br><p><strong>Plus: Frankie Cain, Don Fargo, PG-13, Big Bad John, Bruiser Brody, Mr. Wrestling 2, Jerry Lawler, Brian Christopher, Buck Robley, and much, much, more!</strong></p><br><p><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><h1 class="headings__title svelte-1uuona0">This<strong> week,</strong> <strong>it's YOUR turn to ask the questions!  Once again Doug &amp; Tommy are answering questions sent in by the listeners of the show. </strong><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>Here's some of the topics that get covered in the process:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug's match with Mance Warner from the W.O.M.B.A.T. show in Tullahoma</strong></p><br><p><strong>Tommy's memories of the Jarrett/Gulas split in 1977</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug's appearance on AEW alongside other Memphis Legends</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug &amp; Tommy's favorite match as tag team partners</strong></p><br><p><strong>Favorite places to eat on the road</strong></p><br><p><strong>Who was the best female of wrestler of all time?</strong></p><br><p><strong>Plus: Frankie Cain, Don Fargo, PG-13, Big Bad John, Bruiser Brody, Mr. Wrestling 2, Jerry Lawler, Brian Christopher, Buck Robley, and much, much, more!</strong></p><br><p><br><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:39:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/e2900f35/e2126d9d.mp3" length="87262657" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/dHkjNWMs3C2P7hVYcmnsLgUAJLXp1mW5-4ODwHNYUOQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8wYmJh/ZGE5MWQzZjhiMDg1/ZmMxMDJlMTQwNGQw/ZjE5Ny5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>5454</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week, it's YOUR turn to ask the questions!  Once again Doug &amp;amp; Tommy are answering questions sent in by the listeners of the show. 







Here's some of the topics that get covered in the process:
Doug's match with Mance Warner from the W.O.M.B.A.T. show in Tullahoma
Tommy's memories of the Jarrett/Gulas split in 1977
Doug's appearance on AEW alongside other Memphis Legends
Doug &amp;amp; Tommy's favorite match as tag team partners
Favorite places to eat on the road
Who was the best female of wrestler of all time?
Plus: Frankie Cain, Don Fargo, PG-13, Big Bad John, Bruiser Brody, Mr. Wrestling 2, Jerry Lawler, Brian Christopher, Buck Robley, and much, much, more!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week, it's YOUR turn to ask the questions!  Once again Doug &amp;amp; Tommy are answering questions sent in by the listeners of the show. 







Here's some of the topics that get covered in the process:
Doug's match with Mance Warner from the W.O.M.B.A</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #22: Discussing NWA/WCW in 1989</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #22: Discussing NWA/WCW in 1989</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65945/episode/2091396</guid>
      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/70233709</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>In 1989, Eddie Gilbert was invited to return NWA/WCW to assist with the booking which also lead to Doug and Tommy Rich returning as well. A lot of interesting things went on throughout the year including: Eddie feuding with Ric Flair &amp; Barry Windham leading to the return of Ricky Steamboat, Tommy wrestling Terry Funk in Amarillo and feuding with Lex Luger over the United States Championship, Doug wrestling Shane Douglas, Lance Russell leaving Memphis and signing with the NWA, the Rich Cousins wrestle three lunatics, Captain Redneck teams with a patriotic breakdancer??, Eddie &amp; Rick Steiner win U.S. tag team championship gold, and much, much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>In 1989, Eddie Gilbert was invited to return NWA/WCW to assist with the booking which also lead to Doug and Tommy Rich returning as well. A lot of interesting things went on throughout the year including: Eddie feuding with Ric Flair &amp; Barry Windham leading to the return of Ricky Steamboat, Tommy wrestling Terry Funk in Amarillo and feuding with Lex Luger over the United States Championship, Doug wrestling Shane Douglas, Lance Russell leaving Memphis and signing with the NWA, the Rich Cousins wrestle three lunatics, Captain Redneck teams with a patriotic breakdancer??, Eddie &amp; Rick Steiner win U.S. tag team championship gold, and much, much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/70233709/294bee02.mp3" length="87262655" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5454</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>In 1989, Eddie Gilbert was invited to return NWA/WCW to assist with the booking which also lead to Doug and Tommy Rich returning as well. A lot of interesting things went on throughout the year including: Eddie feuding with Ric Flair &amp;amp; Barry Windham leading to the return of Ricky Steamboat, Tommy wrestling Terry Funk in Amarillo and feuding with Lex Luger over the United States Championship, Doug wrestling Shane Douglas, Lance Russell leaving Memphis and signing with the NWA, the Rich Cousins wrestle three lunatics, Captain Redneck teams with a patriotic breakdancer??, Eddie &amp;amp; Rick Steiner win U.S. tag team championship gold, and much, much more!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>In 1989, Eddie Gilbert was invited to return NWA/WCW to assist with the booking which also lead to Doug and Tommy Rich returning as well. A lot of interesting things went on throughout the year including: Eddie feuding with Ric Flair &amp;amp; Barry Windham l</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #21: Talking USWA 1990</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #21: Talking USWA 1990</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/65945/episode/2091394</guid>
      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/6337b9d8</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week we look back on the USWA in 1990 and in the process Doug &amp; Tommy have some interesting insight &amp; conversation about: "Granny Gilbert's Magic Hair Elixir", The differences in the booking styles of Jerry Jarrett &amp; Jerry Lawler, working with "Superstar" Bill Dundee, the difference between how fans look back on matches &amp; angles compared to how the wrestlers remember them, memories of working with the "Fabulous" Jackie Fargo, the differences between working with the Fabulous Ones in 1991 &amp; then again in 1995, the connection between famous Fisherman Bill Dance &amp; Lance Russell, how to "keep your heat" while still giving the fans what they want, and much, much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week we look back on the USWA in 1990 and in the process Doug &amp; Tommy have some interesting insight &amp; conversation about: "Granny Gilbert's Magic Hair Elixir", The differences in the booking styles of Jerry Jarrett &amp; Jerry Lawler, working with "Superstar" Bill Dundee, the difference between how fans look back on matches &amp; angles compared to how the wrestlers remember them, memories of working with the "Fabulous" Jackie Fargo, the differences between working with the Fabulous Ones in 1991 &amp; then again in 1995, the connection between famous Fisherman Bill Dance &amp; Lance Russell, how to "keep your heat" while still giving the fans what they want, and much, much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Dec 2024 20:11:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:duration>4996</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week we look back on the USWA in 1990 and in the process Doug &amp;amp; Tommy have some interesting insight &amp;amp; conversation about: "Granny Gilbert's Magic Hair Elixir", The differences in the booking styles of Jerry Jarrett &amp;amp; Jerry Lawler, working with "Superstar" Bill Dundee, the difference between how fans look back on matches &amp;amp; angles compared to how the wrestlers remember them, memories of working with the "Fabulous" Jackie Fargo, the differences between working with the Fabulous Ones in 1991 &amp;amp; then again in 1995, the connection between famous Fisherman Bill Dance &amp;amp; Lance Russell, how to "keep your heat" while still giving the fans what they want, and much, much more!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week we look back on the USWA in 1990 and in the process Doug &amp;amp; Tommy have some interesting insight &amp;amp; conversation about: "Granny Gilbert's Magic Hair Elixir", The differences in the booking styles of Jerry Jarrett &amp;amp; Jerry Lawler, working</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #20: Doug &amp; Tommy's Dangerous Christmas Special!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #20: Doug &amp; Tommy's Dangerous Christmas Special!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Merry Christmas! This week on the 20th Episode of Dangerous Conversations, Doug &amp; Tommy look back on some Christmas Day Wrestling Shows they competed on over the years and discuss some of the guys who were booked on the card!  Among other topics discussed this week: A possible return to Sistersville, Virginia?!?!, "Wildfire Claus", solving the mystery of "Rick Jones", the appeal of wrestling shows for families on Christmas, Big Red, how Tojo Yamamoto taught Tommy to sell, Doug's dealings with a famous "Chief", When Dutch Mantel "held Tommy hostage" in the dressing room, When Doug nearly took out Frank Morrell with a golf ball, making merch money, and much, much more to get you in the Christmas Spirit!</strong></p><br><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>Merry Christmas! This week on the 20th Episode of Dangerous Conversations, Doug &amp; Tommy look back on some Christmas Day Wrestling Shows they competed on over the years and discuss some of the guys who were booked on the card!  Among other topics discussed this week: A possible return to Sistersville, Virginia?!?!, "Wildfire Claus", solving the mystery of "Rick Jones", the appeal of wrestling shows for families on Christmas, Big Red, how Tojo Yamamoto taught Tommy to sell, Doug's dealings with a famous "Chief", When Dutch Mantel "held Tommy hostage" in the dressing room, When Doug nearly took out Frank Morrell with a golf ball, making merch money, and much, much more to get you in the Christmas Spirit!</strong></p><br><p>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 20:06:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5673</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>Merry Christmas! This week on the 20th Episode of Dangerous Conversations, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy look back on some Christmas Day Wrestling Shows they competed on over the years and discuss some of the guys who were booked on the card!  Among other topics discussed this week: A possible return to Sistersville, Virginia?!?!, "Wildfire Claus", solving the mystery of "Rick Jones", the appeal of wrestling shows for families on Christmas, Big Red, how Tojo Yamamoto taught Tommy to sell, Doug's dealings with a famous "Chief", When Dutch Mantel "held Tommy hostage" in the dressing room, When Doug nearly took out Frank Morrell with a golf ball, making merch money, and much, much more to get you in the Christmas Spirit!
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Merry Christmas! This week on the 20th Episode of Dangerous Conversations, Doug &amp;amp; Tommy look back on some Christmas Day Wrestling Shows they competed on over the years and discuss some of the guys who were booked on the card!  Among other topics discu</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #19: Ask Doug &amp; Tommy Anything #3</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #19: Ask Doug &amp; Tommy Anything #3</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy once again answer questions sent in by YOU the listeners of Dangerous Conversations. Some of the topics covered in this round of questions: The York Foundation in WCW, The Von Erichs, Butch Reed, Tojo Yamamoto, Bam Bam Bigelow, Wrestling Bears, Harley Race, Terry Gordy, The Lethal Weapons with Dennis Condrey, working with 'BUSSY' (Effy/Allie Katch) in GCW, Rick Jones, Randy Hales, and much more! </strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy once again answer questions sent in by YOU the listeners of Dangerous Conversations. Some of the topics covered in this round of questions: The York Foundation in WCW, The Von Erichs, Butch Reed, Tojo Yamamoto, Bam Bam Bigelow, Wrestling Bears, Harley Race, Terry Gordy, The Lethal Weapons with Dennis Condrey, working with 'BUSSY' (Effy/Allie Katch) in GCW, Rick Jones, Randy Hales, and much more! </strong></p><br><p><strong>Send in your questions for future episodes to <a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:03:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>3735</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy once again answer questions sent in by YOU the listeners of Dangerous Conversations. Some of the topics covered in this round of questions: The York Foundation in WCW, The Von Erichs, Butch Reed, Tojo Yamamoto, Bam Bam Bigelow, Wrestling Bears, Harley Race, Terry Gordy, The Lethal Weapons with Dennis Condrey, working with 'BUSSY' (Effy/Allie Katch) in GCW, Rick Jones, Randy Hales, and much more! 
Send in your questions for future episodes to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy once again answer questions sent in by YOU the listeners of Dangerous Conversations. Some of the topics covered in this round of questions: The York Foundation in WCW, The Von Erichs, Butch Reed, Tojo Yamamoto, Bam Bam Bigelow, </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #18: DOUG &amp; TOMMY GO TO PRISON!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #18: DOUG &amp; TOMMY GO TO PRISON!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy finally tell their side of the story on the infamous "Great West Virginia Heist" of 1997! The real story of what happened has never been told before by Doug OR Tommy….until NOW.  There were a few different versions of the story floating around wrestling magazines, dirt sheets, and locker rooms back in '97 ranging from Doug &amp; Tommy asked for their pay in advance and then left the building to Doug &amp; Tommy robbed the promoter for the gate at gunpoint. What was true? What was not? Check out this episode and hear all about the weekend the "Memphis Mafia" spent in jail in West Virginia complete with orange jumpsuits and being shackled for transport!  It's a wild story that'll you'll only hear on Dangerous Conversations and the Wrestlecopia Podcast Network!</strong></p><br><p>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out <strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy finally tell their side of the story on the infamous "Great West Virginia Heist" of 1997! The real story of what happened has never been told before by Doug OR Tommy….until NOW.  There were a few different versions of the story floating around wrestling magazines, dirt sheets, and locker rooms back in '97 ranging from Doug &amp; Tommy asked for their pay in advance and then left the building to Doug &amp; Tommy robbed the promoter for the gate at gunpoint. What was true? What was not? Check out this episode and hear all about the weekend the "Memphis Mafia" spent in jail in West Virginia complete with orange jumpsuits and being shackled for transport!  It's a wild story that'll you'll only hear on Dangerous Conversations and the Wrestlecopia Podcast Network!</strong></p><br><p>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out <strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/qq6AdO95Bh9wcz7MyOMKiT3XZDjGPA-kRZP66sDJbts/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81YmNm/MTZjMTlkMGMyM2Rh/Y2Q1ZDc4N2FkODg1/MmJiZi5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>4803</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy finally tell their side of the story on the infamous "Great West Virginia Heist" of 1997! The real story of what happened has never been told before by Doug OR Tommy….until NOW.  There were a few different versions of the story floating around wrestling magazines, dirt sheets, and locker rooms back in '97 ranging from Doug &amp;amp; Tommy asked for their pay in advance and then left the building to Doug &amp;amp; Tommy robbed the promoter for the gate at gunpoint. What was true? What was not? Check out this episode and hear all about the weekend the "Memphis Mafia" spent in jail in West Virginia complete with orange jumpsuits and being shackled for transport!  It's a wild story that'll you'll only hear on Dangerous Conversations and the Wrestlecopia Podcast Network!
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy finally tell their side of the story on the infamous "Great West Virginia Heist" of 1997! The real story of what happened has never been told before by Doug OR Tommy….until NOW.  There were a few different versions of the story </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #17: Doug &amp; Tommy's Dangerous Thanksgiving Special 2024!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #17: Doug &amp; Tommy's Dangerous Thanksgiving Special 2024!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy celebrate Thanksgiving by looking back at some of the Thanksgiving Day Cards they were involved with over the years, and in the process some fun topics are discussed including: Tommy working against the Original Sheik, some of the big tag team tournaments that took place at the Omni in Atlanta on Thanksgiving, Doug's Scaffold Match against Billy Joe Travis in Nashville on Thanksgiving 1997, working for Bert Prentice, working for IWA Mid-South &amp; Ian Rotten,  "The Big Cat" Ernie Ladd &amp; Rufus R. Jones, and much, much more!  </strong></p><br><p><strong><br>They also talk about the upcoming 35th Anniversary of the Memphis Mafia and their 2025 Tour which includes appearing at RassleCon and TWA 'One &amp; Done' in Philadelphia, PA on May 3rd!  Tickets available now!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy celebrate Thanksgiving by looking back at some of the Thanksgiving Day Cards they were involved with over the years, and in the process some fun topics are discussed including: Tommy working against the Original Sheik, some of the big tag team tournaments that took place at the Omni in Atlanta on Thanksgiving, Doug's Scaffold Match against Billy Joe Travis in Nashville on Thanksgiving 1997, working for Bert Prentice, working for IWA Mid-South &amp; Ian Rotten,  "The Big Cat" Ernie Ladd &amp; Rufus R. Jones, and much, much more!  </strong></p><br><p><strong><br>They also talk about the upcoming 35th Anniversary of the Memphis Mafia and their 2025 Tour which includes appearing at RassleCon and TWA 'One &amp; Done' in Philadelphia, PA on May 3rd!  Tickets available now!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://www.dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 19:58:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/789c99bf/5134e659.mp3" length="69471829" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/09sBGAor5YgmnlsnlAODE9QpKU6KMaj6D2BsLd7aRxI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83MzZi/OWYyMWU1MmNhNWZl/MTIyNjJiMjgxMjg5/ZGI1YS5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>4342</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy celebrate Thanksgiving by looking back at some of the Thanksgiving Day Cards they were involved with over the years, and in the process some fun topics are discussed including: Tommy working against the Original Sheik, some of the big tag team tournaments that took place at the Omni in Atlanta on Thanksgiving, Doug's Scaffold Match against Billy Joe Travis in Nashville on Thanksgiving 1997, working for Bert Prentice, working for IWA Mid-South &amp;amp; Ian Rotten,  "The Big Cat" Ernie Ladd &amp;amp; Rufus R. Jones, and much, much more!  
They also talk about the upcoming 35th Anniversary of the Memphis Mafia and their 2025 Tour which includes appearing at RassleCon and TWA 'One &amp;amp; Done' in Philadelphia, PA on May 3rd!  Tickets available now!
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich, check out www.dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy celebrate Thanksgiving by looking back at some of the Thanksgiving Day Cards they were involved with over the years, and in the process some fun topics are discussed including: Tommy working against the Original Sheik, some of t</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #16: ASK DOUG &amp; TOMMY ANYTHING PART 2</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #16: ASK DOUG &amp; TOMMY ANYTHING PART 2</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>After receiving some great feedback on the last Q&amp;A, and since there were still plenty of listener questions left to answer, this week we present Part Two of our Q&amp;A of questions sent in by our listeners for Doug Gilbert &amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug &amp; Tommy answer questions pertaining to the following topics:</strong></p><br><ul><br><li><strong>Favorite opponents?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Who do you wish you could have worked but didn't get to?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How was Lex Luger to work with in WCW in 1989?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How was "Rapmaster" PN News to work with?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Did ECW have a positive or negative impact on the business overall?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on working "Hair vs. Hair" matches?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on working "Scaffold" matches?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on Joe Pedicino</strong></li><br></ul><br><p><strong>All these topics are covered and many more!</strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>After receiving some great feedback on the last Q&amp;A, and since there were still plenty of listener questions left to answer, this week we present Part Two of our Q&amp;A of questions sent in by our listeners for Doug Gilbert &amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich!</strong></p><br><p><strong>Doug &amp; Tommy answer questions pertaining to the following topics:</strong></p><br><ul><br><li><strong>Favorite opponents?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Who do you wish you could have worked but didn't get to?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How was Lex Luger to work with in WCW in 1989?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How was "Rapmaster" PN News to work with?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Did ECW have a positive or negative impact on the business overall?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on working "Hair vs. Hair" matches?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on working "Scaffold" matches?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on Joe Pedicino</strong></li><br></ul><br><p><strong>All these topics are covered and many more!</strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:42:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4555</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>After receiving some great feedback on the last Q&amp;amp;A, and since there were still plenty of listener questions left to answer, this week we present Part Two of our Q&amp;amp;A of questions sent in by our listeners for Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Rich!
Doug &amp;amp; Tommy answer questions pertaining to the following topics:

Favorite opponents?
Who do you wish you could have worked but didn't get to?
How was Lex Luger to work with in WCW in 1989?
How was "Rapmaster" PN News to work with?
Did ECW have a positive or negative impact on the business overall?
Thoughts on working "Hair vs. Hair" matches?
Thoughts on working "Scaffold" matches?
Thoughts on Joe Pedicino

All these topics are covered and many more!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>After receiving some great feedback on the last Q&amp;amp;A, and since there were still plenty of listener questions left to answer, this week we present Part Two of our Q&amp;amp;A of questions sent in by our listeners for Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; "Wildfire" Tommy Ric</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #15: Featured Guest - Gerald Brisco</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #15: Featured Guest - Gerald Brisco</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy welcome Jerry Brisco to the show!  It's a great conversation as they discuss: Jerry's favorite territory to work in, working with Frank Goodish early in his career prior to becoming "Bruiser Brody", the reason he and his brother Jack never worked for Verne Gagne's AWA territory, working with Adrian Adonis &amp; Dick Murdoch for the WWF tag team titles in late '84, a story about Tommy &amp; Eddie Gilbert working against the Briscos in Kansas City,  their classic feuds with the Funks as well as Steamboat &amp; Youngblood, working with Jerry Lawler in Memphis &amp; Georgia, he and Jack's feelings about Jay &amp; Mark Briscoe using their name, and a WILD story about Jerry nearly killing Tommy Rich in Georgia due to prodding from Michael Hayes!  All this and much, much more!  A fun conversation with one of the true legends of the sport! </strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy welcome Jerry Brisco to the show!  It's a great conversation as they discuss: Jerry's favorite territory to work in, working with Frank Goodish early in his career prior to becoming "Bruiser Brody", the reason he and his brother Jack never worked for Verne Gagne's AWA territory, working with Adrian Adonis &amp; Dick Murdoch for the WWF tag team titles in late '84, a story about Tommy &amp; Eddie Gilbert working against the Briscos in Kansas City,  their classic feuds with the Funks as well as Steamboat &amp; Youngblood, working with Jerry Lawler in Memphis &amp; Georgia, he and Jack's feelings about Jay &amp; Mark Briscoe using their name, and a WILD story about Jerry nearly killing Tommy Rich in Georgia due to prodding from Michael Hayes!  All this and much, much more!  A fun conversation with one of the true legends of the sport! </strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 19:39:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>5132</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy welcome Jerry Brisco to the show!  It's a great conversation as they discuss: Jerry's favorite territory to work in, working with Frank Goodish early in his career prior to becoming "Bruiser Brody", the reason he and his brother Jack never worked for Verne Gagne's AWA territory, working with Adrian Adonis &amp;amp; Dick Murdoch for the WWF tag team titles in late '84, a story about Tommy &amp;amp; Eddie Gilbert working against the Briscos in Kansas City,  their classic feuds with the Funks as well as Steamboat &amp;amp; Youngblood, working with Jerry Lawler in Memphis &amp;amp; Georgia, he and Jack's feelings about Jay &amp;amp; Mark Briscoe using their name, and a WILD story about Jerry nearly killing Tommy Rich in Georgia due to prodding from Michael Hayes!  All this and much, much more!  A fun conversation with one of the true legends of the sport!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy welcome Jerry Brisco to the show!  It's a great conversation as they discuss: Jerry's favorite territory to work in, working with Frank Goodish early in his career prior to becoming "Bruiser Brody", the reason he and his brother</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #14: Ask Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich ANYTHING! (Part One)</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #14: Ask Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich ANYTHING! (Part One)</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy were in Arkansas getting ready for a big show in Clarksville, so we took the opportunity to sit down and answer some of YOUR questions that have been sent in to <a href="mailto:dougilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a> and submitted on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast" class="linkified">facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast</a>.</strong></p><br><p><strong>Some of the topics they discuss include:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Tommy's stint in the American Wrestling Federation in 1995, Doug's match with the Great Muta at WrestleWar '89, working with Roddy Piper in '82, stories about traveling with Andre the Giant in Georgia, comparing Flair &amp; Bockwinkel as World Champions, favorite masked wrestler of all time?, favorite manager they've ever had, and many more fun questions are answered in this one!</strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug &amp; Tommy were in Arkansas getting ready for a big show in Clarksville, so we took the opportunity to sit down and answer some of YOUR questions that have been sent in to <a href="mailto:dougilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a> and submitted on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast" class="linkified">facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast</a>.</strong></p><br><p><strong>Some of the topics they discuss include:</strong></p><br><p><strong>Tommy's stint in the American Wrestling Federation in 1995, Doug's match with the Great Muta at WrestleWar '89, working with Roddy Piper in '82, stories about traveling with Andre the Giant in Georgia, comparing Flair &amp; Bockwinkel as World Champions, favorite masked wrestler of all time?, favorite manager they've ever had, and many more fun questions are answered in this one!</strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 19:36:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/R-0kOg4_JtLBl6lUYbX6su8daG6P1ir1mr-N1WHZJ2A/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lNzU5/Y2JiZmEwMDZlNWY3/ZjJlODE5OWM3ZDJk/NDY0OS5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>4304</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy were in Arkansas getting ready for a big show in Clarksville, so we took the opportunity to sit down and answer some of YOUR questions that have been sent in to dougilbertpodcast@outlook.com and submitted on Facebook at facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast.
Some of the topics they discuss include:
Tommy's stint in the American Wrestling Federation in 1995, Doug's match with the Great Muta at WrestleWar '89, working with Roddy Piper in '82, stories about traveling with Andre the Giant in Georgia, comparing Flair &amp;amp; Bockwinkel as World Champions, favorite masked wrestler of all time?, favorite manager they've ever had, and many more fun questions are answered in this one!</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug &amp;amp; Tommy were in Arkansas getting ready for a big show in Clarksville, so we took the opportunity to sit down and answer some of YOUR questions that have been sent in to dougilbertpodcast@outlook.com and submitted on Facebook at facebook</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #13: Featuring "The Grappler" Len Denton</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #13: Featuring "The Grappler" Len Denton</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week, Tommy Rich is away in Philadelphia working a show so Doug and Gene invited a special guest to join them in 'the Grappler' Len Denton! A great conversation ensued covering how Len came about wearing the mask and who he "took" the Grappler name from, how he became the booker in Kansas City and the legend who felt he was the man for the job, how he felt about becoming a tag team with Tony Anthony in Mid South at the suggestion of Bill Watts, narrowly avoiding a tragedy at the Superdome in a match with the Junkyard Dog, protecting the business against a news reporter who called it fake, his relationship with Roddy Piper, plus the big Portland Wrestling Expo coming up in February, and much more!  A really fun episode and an informative conversation with one of the top workers in the wrestling business who worked in nearly every territory during his career.  </strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich and their podcast, check out <a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week, Tommy Rich is away in Philadelphia working a show so Doug and Gene invited a special guest to join them in 'the Grappler' Len Denton! A great conversation ensued covering how Len came about wearing the mask and who he "took" the Grappler name from, how he became the booker in Kansas City and the legend who felt he was the man for the job, how he felt about becoming a tag team with Tony Anthony in Mid South at the suggestion of Bill Watts, narrowly avoiding a tragedy at the Superdome in a match with the Junkyard Dog, protecting the business against a news reporter who called it fake, his relationship with Roddy Piper, plus the big Portland Wrestling Expo coming up in February, and much more!  A really fun episode and an informative conversation with one of the top workers in the wrestling business who worked in nearly every territory during his career.  </strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp; Tommy Rich and their podcast, check out <a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/k1aFJ4D0qCbCHu8S4LjKM6AxfHeO5oGDGeEADRToqNg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84MGVi/OTQyOTg3ODQ1OGU0/NjAwMzM4NDEzOTQ2/OTliNS5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>4218</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week, Tommy Rich is away in Philadelphia working a show so Doug and Gene invited a special guest to join them in 'the Grappler' Len Denton! A great conversation ensued covering how Len came about wearing the mask and who he "took" the Grappler name from, how he became the booker in Kansas City and the legend who felt he was the man for the job, how he felt about becoming a tag team with Tony Anthony in Mid South at the suggestion of Bill Watts, narrowly avoiding a tragedy at the Superdome in a match with the Junkyard Dog, protecting the business against a news reporter who called it fake, his relationship with Roddy Piper, plus the big Portland Wrestling Expo coming up in February, and much more!  A really fun episode and an informative conversation with one of the top workers in the wrestling business who worked in nearly every territory during his career.  
For all things related to Doug Gilbert &amp;amp; Tommy Rich and their podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week, Tommy Rich is away in Philadelphia working a show so Doug and Gene invited a special guest to join them in 'the Grappler' Len Denton! A great conversation ensued covering how Len came about wearing the mask and who he "took" the Grappler name f</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #11: The "New" Fabulous Ones w/Guest Tommy "Wildfire" Rich</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #11: The "New" Fabulous Ones w/Guest Tommy "Wildfire" Rich</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug is excited to announce that not only is his "brother" Tommy "Wildfire" Rich returning to the show as a guest, he's going to be a permanent part of Dangerous Conversations moving forward! On this episode we have an indepth conversation with Tommy about teaming with Doug’s brother Eddie Gilbert in 1984 as Jackie Fargo's "New" Fabulous Ones to replace the previous Fabulous Ones, Stan Lane &amp; Steve Keirn who left the Memphis territory. They would be opposing Jimmy Hart’s "New" Fabulous Ones consisting of Porkchop Cash &amp; Troy Graham but those plans would soon change when Graham suffered a severe injury that would take him out of the ring for nearly a decade. We cover their entire run as a team and discuss the various feuds and notable matches they had leading into the eventual legendary angle on television where they officially split up the team!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug is excited to announce that not only is his "brother" Tommy "Wildfire" Rich returning to the show as a guest, he's going to be a permanent part of Dangerous Conversations moving forward! On this episode we have an indepth conversation with Tommy about teaming with Doug’s brother Eddie Gilbert in 1984 as Jackie Fargo's "New" Fabulous Ones to replace the previous Fabulous Ones, Stan Lane &amp; Steve Keirn who left the Memphis territory. They would be opposing Jimmy Hart’s "New" Fabulous Ones consisting of Porkchop Cash &amp; Troy Graham but those plans would soon change when Graham suffered a severe injury that would take him out of the ring for nearly a decade. We cover their entire run as a team and discuss the various feuds and notable matches they had leading into the eventual legendary angle on television where they officially split up the team!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></p> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/lE7Dv3hUsvP05U2-N5pNPvhlWc4Qf07NAwsaf72tJfk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xOGI2/YjlhODZiYmRlYmZj/MTgxNDg5ODRjZWYy/NTg3MC5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>3789</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug is excited to announce that not only is his "brother" Tommy "Wildfire" Rich returning to the show as a guest, he's going to be a permanent part of Dangerous Conversations moving forward! On this episode we have an indepth conversation with Tommy about teaming with Doug’s brother Eddie Gilbert in 1984 as Jackie Fargo's "New" Fabulous Ones to replace the previous Fabulous Ones, Stan Lane &amp;amp; Steve Keirn who left the Memphis territory. They would be opposing Jimmy Hart’s "New" Fabulous Ones consisting of Porkchop Cash &amp;amp; Troy Graham but those plans would soon change when Graham suffered a severe injury that would take him out of the ring for nearly a decade. We cover their entire run as a team and discuss the various feuds and notable matches they had leading into the eventual legendary angle on television where they officially split up the team!
For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug is excited to announce that not only is his "brother" Tommy "Wildfire" Rich returning to the show as a guest, he's going to be a permanent part of Dangerous Conversations moving forward! On this episode we have an indepth conversation with </itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #10: Featured Guest - Dr. Tom Prichard</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #10: Featured Guest - Dr. Tom Prichard</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug welcomes another great friend of his to the show, Dr. Tom Prichard!  The guys have fun reflecting on their great times as neighbors in the Continental territory where Doug learned from guys like Tom, Jerry Stubbs, "Nightmare" Danny Davis, and others.  Tom tells about working with Brian Christopher in the USWA early in Brian's career and shares a fun story from the Mid-South Coliseum where Brian's car was on the line and Brian's girlfriend learned to keep the window's rolled up!  Plus, way too many great stories to mention here, check out the interview and let us know what you think over on Facebook at</strong> <a href="http://facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast" class="linkified">facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast</a></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Jay Lawler vs The King</li><li>(00:03:00) - Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:04:02) - Tom Jackson On Being Inducted Into the Memphis Wrestling Hall of</li><li>(00:08:37) - Terry Golden at Buffalo Wild Wings</li><li>(00:10:28) - Danny Davis On His 80th Birthday</li><li>(00:12:08) - Tom Pritchard on His Attempt To Kill Danny Davis</li><li>(00:16:20) - Tony vs. Eddie</li><li>(00:19:37) - Slide and Slide Rodeo</li><li>(00:20:14) - Eddie threw a boot at Tom Jones</li><li>(00:23:43) - Jerry Stubbs on John Gill</li><li>(00:24:39) - Jerry Stubbs on Working With Tom Davis</li><li>(00:28:43) - Doug Alcorn on Working With Brian Christopher</li><li>(00:33:55) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:37:05) - Doug and Tommy vs. WWF</li><li>(00:40:21) - Tom Cochrane on Riding With Chris Candido</li><li>(00:43:29) - Tom Jones on His Louisiana Days</li><li>(00:45:32) - Tom Thumb on Working In A Territory</li><li>(00:50:02) - Glenn Jacobs on His Wrestling School in Knoxville</li><li>(00:53:12) - Kurt Angle on Breaking Into The Wrestling Business</li><li>(00:57:48) - How many students do you have at your school now?</li><li>(00:58:46) - Tom Prichard on Trying to Get In the Wrestling Business</li><li>(01:04:11) - Tom Cruise on Working in the 80s</li><li>(01:09:08) - Tommy Rich on Gene and the Territories</li><li>(01:10:49) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(01:17:12) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week Doug welcomes another great friend of his to the show, Dr. Tom Prichard!  The guys have fun reflecting on their great times as neighbors in the Continental territory where Doug learned from guys like Tom, Jerry Stubbs, "Nightmare" Danny Davis, and others.  Tom tells about working with Brian Christopher in the USWA early in Brian's career and shares a fun story from the Mid-South Coliseum where Brian's car was on the line and Brian's girlfriend learned to keep the window's rolled up!  Plus, way too many great stories to mention here, check out the interview and let us know what you think over on Facebook at</strong> <a href="http://facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast" class="linkified">facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast</a></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Jay Lawler vs The King</li><li>(00:03:00) - Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:04:02) - Tom Jackson On Being Inducted Into the Memphis Wrestling Hall of</li><li>(00:08:37) - Terry Golden at Buffalo Wild Wings</li><li>(00:10:28) - Danny Davis On His 80th Birthday</li><li>(00:12:08) - Tom Pritchard on His Attempt To Kill Danny Davis</li><li>(00:16:20) - Tony vs. Eddie</li><li>(00:19:37) - Slide and Slide Rodeo</li><li>(00:20:14) - Eddie threw a boot at Tom Jones</li><li>(00:23:43) - Jerry Stubbs on John Gill</li><li>(00:24:39) - Jerry Stubbs on Working With Tom Davis</li><li>(00:28:43) - Doug Alcorn on Working With Brian Christopher</li><li>(00:33:55) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:37:05) - Doug and Tommy vs. WWF</li><li>(00:40:21) - Tom Cochrane on Riding With Chris Candido</li><li>(00:43:29) - Tom Jones on His Louisiana Days</li><li>(00:45:32) - Tom Thumb on Working In A Territory</li><li>(00:50:02) - Glenn Jacobs on His Wrestling School in Knoxville</li><li>(00:53:12) - Kurt Angle on Breaking Into The Wrestling Business</li><li>(00:57:48) - How many students do you have at your school now?</li><li>(00:58:46) - Tom Prichard on Trying to Get In the Wrestling Business</li><li>(01:04:11) - Tom Cruise on Working in the 80s</li><li>(01:09:08) - Tommy Rich on Gene and the Territories</li><li>(01:10:49) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(01:17:12) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4688</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week Doug welcomes another great friend of his to the show, Dr. Tom Prichard!  The guys have fun reflecting on their great times as neighbors in the Continental territory where Doug learned from guys like Tom, Jerry Stubbs, "Nightmare" Danny Davis, and others.  Tom tells about working with Brian Christopher in the USWA early in Brian's career and shares a fun story from the Mid-South Coliseum where Brian's car was on the line and Brian's girlfriend learned to keep the window's rolled up!  Plus, way too many great stories to mention here, check out the interview and let us know what you think over on Facebook at facebook.com/dougilbertpodcast
For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week Doug welcomes another great friend of his to the show, Dr. Tom Prichard!  The guys have fun reflecting on their great times as neighbors in the Continental territory where Doug learned from guys like Tom, Jerry Stubbs, "Nightmare" Danny Davis, a</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #9: Featured Guest - Downtown Bruno</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #9: Featured Guest - Downtown Bruno</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><p class="headings__title svelte-1uuona0">Many fans are familiar with Bruno's time in the WWF/E as Dr. Harvey Wippleman and that Bruno is a best friends with Dewayne "the Rock" Johnson, and that Bruno managed in the Memphis territory but many don't realize that Bruno got his start in the Kansas City territory and spent some time working for Continental in Alabama in the 80's, and that Bruno was a very close friend to not only Doug, but to Tommy and Eddie Gilbert as well.  Bruno shares a bunch of great stories from throughout his career including stories of working with a very young Sid Vicious in Alabama, working with Big Bubba and Goliath in Memphis, his USWA feud with Scott Bowden, working with Bertha Faye, Stacy Carter, Miss Texas, Emily Arthur, and many, many others.  It's always a fun time talking to Bruno as he drinks beer and eats chickens wings down in good ol' Walls, Mississippi.  So come hang out and listen in on a "Dangerous Conversation" with Dangerous Doug &amp; Downtown Bruno!</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:59) - Sid Meier on His Tryout With WWF</li><li>(00:10:29) - Jerry Stubbs on Jimmy Golan and His Mask</li><li>(00:14:12) - Eddie Gilbert Was One of the Creative Minds in the</li><li>(00:18:39) - George Costanza on Payola</li><li>(00:19:42) - MR. CROSS: The Most Fun I Had Managing</li><li>(00:23:34) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:27:54) - Bruno vs. Big Bubba</li><li>(00:33:11) - Jumping On My Brother's Back</li><li>(00:39:28) - Tony Soprano In The Apartment</li><li>(00:39:46) - Wrestlecopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:41:40) - Scott Bowden Dead</li><li>(00:46:28) - Jerry Lawler on Working With Mean Women</li><li>(00:51:07) - Brian Lee on Managing Bertha</li><li>(00:55:20) - Gary Young on His Time in the NBA</li><li>(00:57:48) - Bruno and Doug at the Memphis</li><li>(01:01:31) - Dangerous Doug Gilbert on Wrestling</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><p class="headings__title svelte-1uuona0">Many fans are familiar with Bruno's time in the WWF/E as Dr. Harvey Wippleman and that Bruno is a best friends with Dewayne "the Rock" Johnson, and that Bruno managed in the Memphis territory but many don't realize that Bruno got his start in the Kansas City territory and spent some time working for Continental in Alabama in the 80's, and that Bruno was a very close friend to not only Doug, but to Tommy and Eddie Gilbert as well.  Bruno shares a bunch of great stories from throughout his career including stories of working with a very young Sid Vicious in Alabama, working with Big Bubba and Goliath in Memphis, his USWA feud with Scott Bowden, working with Bertha Faye, Stacy Carter, Miss Texas, Emily Arthur, and many, many others.  It's always a fun time talking to Bruno as he drinks beer and eats chickens wings down in good ol' Walls, Mississippi.  So come hang out and listen in on a "Dangerous Conversation" with Dangerous Doug &amp; Downtown Bruno!</p><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:59) - Sid Meier on His Tryout With WWF</li><li>(00:10:29) - Jerry Stubbs on Jimmy Golan and His Mask</li><li>(00:14:12) - Eddie Gilbert Was One of the Creative Minds in the</li><li>(00:18:39) - George Costanza on Payola</li><li>(00:19:42) - MR. CROSS: The Most Fun I Had Managing</li><li>(00:23:34) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:27:54) - Bruno vs. Big Bubba</li><li>(00:33:11) - Jumping On My Brother's Back</li><li>(00:39:28) - Tony Soprano In The Apartment</li><li>(00:39:46) - Wrestlecopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:41:40) - Scott Bowden Dead</li><li>(00:46:28) - Jerry Lawler on Working With Mean Women</li><li>(00:51:07) - Brian Lee on Managing Bertha</li><li>(00:55:20) - Gary Young on His Time in the NBA</li><li>(00:57:48) - Bruno and Doug at the Memphis</li><li>(01:01:31) - Dangerous Doug Gilbert on Wrestling</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 20:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4094</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>Many fans are familiar with Bruno's time in the WWF/E as Dr. Harvey Wippleman and that Bruno is a best friends with Dewayne "the Rock" Johnson, and that Bruno managed in the Memphis territory but many don't realize that Bruno got his start in the Kansas City territory and spent some time working for Continental in Alabama in the 80's, and that Bruno was a very close friend to not only Doug, but to Tommy and Eddie Gilbert as well.  Bruno shares a bunch of great stories from throughout his career including stories of working with a very young Sid Vicious in Alabama, working with Big Bubba and Goliath in Memphis, his USWA feud with Scott Bowden, working with Bertha Faye, Stacy Carter, Miss Texas, Emily Arthur, and many, many others.  It's always a fun time talking to Bruno as he drinks beer and eats chickens wings down in good ol' Walls, Mississippi.  So come hang out and listen in on a "Dangerous Conversation" with Dangerous Doug &amp;amp; Downtown Bruno!







For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Many fans are familiar with Bruno's time in the WWF/E as Dr. Harvey Wippleman and that Bruno is a best friends with Dewayne "the Rock" Johnson, and that Bruno managed in the Memphis territory but many don't realize that Bruno got his start in the Kansas C</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #8: Featured Guest - "Wildfire" Tommy Rich</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #8: Featured Guest - "Wildfire" Tommy Rich</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week's episode was recorded live and in person in Jackson, Tennessee immediately before the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame Ceremony. Doug is excited to welcome his long time tag team partner and one of his best friends, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich!  They discuss a variety of topics including: how Tommy met Doug's father Tommy Gilbert, Tommy's experiences learning from Tojo Yamamoto early in his career, defeating the great Harley Race to become the youngest NWA World Champion in 1981, the prevailing locker room mentality amongst wrestlers and why promoters seem to encourage it, Tommy's very fun "corn story", and so much more! <br></strong></p><br><p><strong>At the end of the episode, Gene teases that the next time Tommy joins the show, (which will be soon) they will discuss the "New" Fabulous Ones tag team of Tommy Rich and Eddie Gilbert in Memphis in 1984! Doug and Tommy agree that this topic could end up taking multiple episodes to cover!<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:01) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:01:05) - Dangerous Conversations With Tommy Rich and Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:42) - Tommy Rich on Old School Wrestling</li><li>(00:10:37) - Tommy Dunlap on The Dirty White Boy</li><li>(00:11:54) - The Outdated Wrestling Hour Now on Wrestlecopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:13:01) - Dirty White Boy on His Tag Teams</li><li>(00:18:44) - Jerry Jarrett on Jerry Jarrett and Eddie Marlin</li><li>(00:21:12) - Tommy Von Steiger on Tojo Yamamoto</li><li>(00:24:56) - Doug Gilbert on Being a Former NWA World Champion</li><li>(00:29:57) - WrestleCopia Podcast</li><li>(00:36:44) - "Sun Gun" On Wrestling</li><li>(00:37:13) - Tommy Richards on Georgia Championship Wrestling</li><li>(00:39:57) - Eddie and Tommy's Last Angle</li><li>(00:43:38) - Doug Gilbert on The Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(00:48:13) - Georgia Wrestler Wins NWA World's Heavyweight Wrestling Championship</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week's episode was recorded live and in person in Jackson, Tennessee immediately before the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame Ceremony. Doug is excited to welcome his long time tag team partner and one of his best friends, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich!  They discuss a variety of topics including: how Tommy met Doug's father Tommy Gilbert, Tommy's experiences learning from Tojo Yamamoto early in his career, defeating the great Harley Race to become the youngest NWA World Champion in 1981, the prevailing locker room mentality amongst wrestlers and why promoters seem to encourage it, Tommy's very fun "corn story", and so much more! <br></strong></p><br><p><strong>At the end of the episode, Gene teases that the next time Tommy joins the show, (which will be soon) they will discuss the "New" Fabulous Ones tag team of Tommy Rich and Eddie Gilbert in Memphis in 1984! Doug and Tommy agree that this topic could end up taking multiple episodes to cover!<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:01) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:01:05) - Dangerous Conversations With Tommy Rich and Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:42) - Tommy Rich on Old School Wrestling</li><li>(00:10:37) - Tommy Dunlap on The Dirty White Boy</li><li>(00:11:54) - The Outdated Wrestling Hour Now on Wrestlecopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:13:01) - Dirty White Boy on His Tag Teams</li><li>(00:18:44) - Jerry Jarrett on Jerry Jarrett and Eddie Marlin</li><li>(00:21:12) - Tommy Von Steiger on Tojo Yamamoto</li><li>(00:24:56) - Doug Gilbert on Being a Former NWA World Champion</li><li>(00:29:57) - WrestleCopia Podcast</li><li>(00:36:44) - "Sun Gun" On Wrestling</li><li>(00:37:13) - Tommy Richards on Georgia Championship Wrestling</li><li>(00:39:57) - Eddie and Tommy's Last Angle</li><li>(00:43:38) - Doug Gilbert on The Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(00:48:13) - Georgia Wrestler Wins NWA World's Heavyweight Wrestling Championship</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/MAY4mAkNC_P-a_NnplJyzhk8u8fF_V6QJLQADabIlyU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS85ZTZk/NTBlNGFkODEwZmJk/ZjcwMTIxYTg4ZTQw/Zjk1MS5qcGc.jpg"/>
      <itunes:duration>3036</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week's episode was recorded live and in person in Jackson, Tennessee immediately before the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame Ceremony. Doug is excited to welcome his long time tag team partner and one of his best friends, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich!  They discuss a variety of topics including: how Tommy met Doug's father Tommy Gilbert, Tommy's experiences learning from Tojo Yamamoto early in his career, defeating the great Harley Race to become the youngest NWA World Champion in 1981, the prevailing locker room mentality amongst wrestlers and why promoters seem to encourage it, Tommy's very fun "corn story", and so much more! 
At the end of the episode, Gene teases that the next time Tommy joins the show, (which will be soon) they will discuss the "New" Fabulous Ones tag team of Tommy Rich and Eddie Gilbert in Memphis in 1984! Doug and Tommy agree that this topic could end up taking multiple episodes to cover!
For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week's episode was recorded live and in person in Jackson, Tennessee immediately before the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame Ceremony. Doug is excited to welcome his long time tag team partner and one of his best friends, Tommy "Wildfire" Rich!  They d</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #7: Featured Guest - "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #7: Featured Guest - "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><h1 class="headings__title svelte-1uuona0">Episode #07: Featured Guest - "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony<br> <br><br> <br> <br> <br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>This week Doug Gilbert welcomes a very special guest and long time family friend to the show, his former tag team partner and the man he will soon be inducting into the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame, "The Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony!  Tony has wrestled in nearly every territory you can name during his 36 year pro wrestling career.  They discuss the impact that meeting and teaming with Len Denton as both the Grapplers and the Dirty White Boys had on his whole career (He even gets a phone call from Lenny during the show!)  Doug shares stories of getting to hang out with the Grapplers as a very young man and eventually learning from Tony and getting to team with him.  Tony shares some fun memories of Eddie both as a friend and colleague and also as a booker.<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>They talk about their days in Continental working with "Nightmare" Danny Davis, teaming and feuding with the great Jerry Stubbs, and of course that famous feud with Dr. Tom Prichard and how it came to be. <br></strong></p><br><p><strong>Give it a listen and find out why Doug and Gene call this their favorite episode of the podcast so far!</strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:26) - Dirty White Boy</li><li>(00:04:45) - Doug, Some of My Early Memories Of Meeting Tony</li><li>(00:10:19) - Tony Jones on Learning From The Legends</li><li>(00:16:11) - Ric Flair on Lenny Knows</li><li>(00:20:57) - Dibiase on Lenny vs Yossi</li><li>(00:21:31) - Tony Stark on The Grapplers</li><li>(00:25:01) - Eddie Murphy</li><li>(00:30:41) - Tom Pritchard on Eddie and His Booking</li><li>(00:35:32) - Wrestlecopia Podcast: Wrestling Memory Grenade</li><li>(00:40:25) - Tony and Tom's</li><li>(00:45:08) - Jerry Stobbs on Working With Eddie Guerrero</li><li>(00:50:36) - Jerry Stubbs on Working With Tony Stark</li><li>(00:56:13) - How A Match Like That Feels</li><li>(00:57:03) - Dirty White Boys vs Baby Face</li><li>(01:01:28) - Doug Gilbert on Working With The Rock and Roll Express</li><li>(01:07:24) - Dirty White at the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(01:11:16) - Doug Gilbert Podcast</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><h1 class="headings__title svelte-1uuona0">Episode #07: Featured Guest - "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony<br> <br><br> <br> <br> <br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>This week Doug Gilbert welcomes a very special guest and long time family friend to the show, his former tag team partner and the man he will soon be inducting into the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame, "The Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony!  Tony has wrestled in nearly every territory you can name during his 36 year pro wrestling career.  They discuss the impact that meeting and teaming with Len Denton as both the Grapplers and the Dirty White Boys had on his whole career (He even gets a phone call from Lenny during the show!)  Doug shares stories of getting to hang out with the Grapplers as a very young man and eventually learning from Tony and getting to team with him.  Tony shares some fun memories of Eddie both as a friend and colleague and also as a booker.<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>They talk about their days in Continental working with "Nightmare" Danny Davis, teaming and feuding with the great Jerry Stubbs, and of course that famous feud with Dr. Tom Prichard and how it came to be. <br></strong></p><br><p><strong>Give it a listen and find out why Doug and Gene call this their favorite episode of the podcast so far!</strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:26) - Dirty White Boy</li><li>(00:04:45) - Doug, Some of My Early Memories Of Meeting Tony</li><li>(00:10:19) - Tony Jones on Learning From The Legends</li><li>(00:16:11) - Ric Flair on Lenny Knows</li><li>(00:20:57) - Dibiase on Lenny vs Yossi</li><li>(00:21:31) - Tony Stark on The Grapplers</li><li>(00:25:01) - Eddie Murphy</li><li>(00:30:41) - Tom Pritchard on Eddie and His Booking</li><li>(00:35:32) - Wrestlecopia Podcast: Wrestling Memory Grenade</li><li>(00:40:25) - Tony and Tom's</li><li>(00:45:08) - Jerry Stobbs on Working With Eddie Guerrero</li><li>(00:50:36) - Jerry Stubbs on Working With Tony Stark</li><li>(00:56:13) - How A Match Like That Feels</li><li>(00:57:03) - Dirty White Boys vs Baby Face</li><li>(01:01:28) - Doug Gilbert on Working With The Rock and Roll Express</li><li>(01:07:24) - Dirty White at the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(01:11:16) - Doug Gilbert Podcast</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:17:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>Episode #07: Featured Guest - "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony
 

 
 
 






This week Doug Gilbert welcomes a very special guest and long time family friend to the show, his former tag team partner and the man he will soon be inducting into the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame, "The Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony!  Tony has wrestled in nearly every territory you can name during his 36 year pro wrestling career.  They discuss the impact that meeting and teaming with Len Denton as both the Grapplers and the Dirty White Boys had on his whole career (He even gets a phone call from Lenny during the show!)  Doug shares stories of getting to hang out with the Grapplers as a very young man and eventually learning from Tony and getting to team with him.  Tony shares some fun memories of Eddie both as a friend and colleague and also as a booker.
They talk about their days in Continental working with "Nightmare" Danny Davis, teaming and feuding with the great Jerry Stubbs, and of course that famous feud with Dr. Tom Prichard and how it came to be. 
Give it a listen and find out why Doug and Gene call this their favorite episode of the podcast so far!
For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>Episode #07: Featured Guest - "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony
 

 
 
 






This week Doug Gilbert welcomes a very special guest and long time family friend to the show, his former tag team partner and the man he will soon be inducting into the Memphis Wr</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #6: Featured Guest - Randy Hales!</title>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #6: Featured Guest - Randy Hales!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><strong>It's Episode #6 of Dangerous Conversations and this week, Doug welcomes a special guest:  the Founder, Owner, and President of Power Pro Wrestling, Randy Hales.  Doug has known Randy for well over 40 years and despite having some tense moments at times over the years, they are still friends to this day.  As we move towards the huge "Night to Remember" event in Jackson, Tennessee on Saturday September 21st, the guys discuss all of the inductees that will be in this year's class of the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame especially the "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony, whom Doug will be personally inducting into the Hall himself.</strong><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>A ton of great conversation here about the Memphis Wrestling territory, the Gilbert/Rich vs. PG-13 feud, a comparison of the Fabs &amp; The Rock &amp; Roll Express in the 80s, and much, much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:02:04) - Randy Hale On The Podcast</li><li>(00:03:35) - Randy Hales on Doug Gilbert's First Kiss</li><li>(00:07:04) - Randy Hill on His Return to Promoting Wrestling</li><li>(00:12:14) - Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction</li><li>(00:16:15) - Michael St. John on Hogan vs Kamala</li><li>(00:17:43) - Former WWE Superstar Danny Davis On The Podcast</li><li>(00:23:24) - Randy Cunningham on His 'Buy me Lunch' Promo</li><li>(00:23:48) - Jerry Lawler on His Territory Favorite</li><li>(00:28:45) - Randy Jackson on Taping Memphis</li><li>(00:31:10) - Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(00:37:44) - WrestleCopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:39:39) - Hollywood Legends in the WWE Hall of Fame</li><li>(00:42:16) - Doug Golden on Terry Golden and Randy Hills' Wedding</li><li>(00:47:29) - Honorizing Dr. Tom Pritchard</li><li>(00:50:13) - Bobby Horn on Being Inducted into the WWE Hall of</li><li>(00:51:19) - Randy Jackson on His 2017 WWE Tag Team Induction</li><li>(00:57:07) - Dave Brown and Shane Russell in the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(01:00:11) - Randy Randy on His Tag Team</li><li>(01:01:12) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(01:05:20) - Jerry Lawler to Induct The Rock and Roll Express</li><li>(01:10:36) - Memphis Tag Team: The Key</li><li>(01:15:59) - Randy Cunningham on Gene's Induction</li><li>(01:18:12) - Handsome Jimmy Van</li><li>(01:22:03) - Randy on His USW A Reunion</li><li>(01:27:38) - Pushing the Peloton</li><li>(01:28:01) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<br><br><br><br><strong>It's Episode #6 of Dangerous Conversations and this week, Doug welcomes a special guest:  the Founder, Owner, and President of Power Pro Wrestling, Randy Hales.  Doug has known Randy for well over 40 years and despite having some tense moments at times over the years, they are still friends to this day.  As we move towards the huge "Night to Remember" event in Jackson, Tennessee on Saturday September 21st, the guys discuss all of the inductees that will be in this year's class of the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame especially the "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony, whom Doug will be personally inducting into the Hall himself.</strong><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><p><strong>A ton of great conversation here about the Memphis Wrestling territory, the Gilbert/Rich vs. PG-13 feud, a comparison of the Fabs &amp; The Rock &amp; Roll Express in the 80s, and much, much more!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out </strong><strong><a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><br><br><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:02:04) - Randy Hale On The Podcast</li><li>(00:03:35) - Randy Hales on Doug Gilbert's First Kiss</li><li>(00:07:04) - Randy Hill on His Return to Promoting Wrestling</li><li>(00:12:14) - Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction</li><li>(00:16:15) - Michael St. John on Hogan vs Kamala</li><li>(00:17:43) - Former WWE Superstar Danny Davis On The Podcast</li><li>(00:23:24) - Randy Cunningham on His 'Buy me Lunch' Promo</li><li>(00:23:48) - Jerry Lawler on His Territory Favorite</li><li>(00:28:45) - Randy Jackson on Taping Memphis</li><li>(00:31:10) - Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(00:37:44) - WrestleCopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:39:39) - Hollywood Legends in the WWE Hall of Fame</li><li>(00:42:16) - Doug Golden on Terry Golden and Randy Hills' Wedding</li><li>(00:47:29) - Honorizing Dr. Tom Pritchard</li><li>(00:50:13) - Bobby Horn on Being Inducted into the WWE Hall of</li><li>(00:51:19) - Randy Jackson on His 2017 WWE Tag Team Induction</li><li>(00:57:07) - Dave Brown and Shane Russell in the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame</li><li>(01:00:11) - Randy Randy on His Tag Team</li><li>(01:01:12) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(01:05:20) - Jerry Lawler to Induct The Rock and Roll Express</li><li>(01:10:36) - Memphis Tag Team: The Key</li><li>(01:15:59) - Randy Cunningham on Gene's Induction</li><li>(01:18:12) - Handsome Jimmy Van</li><li>(01:22:03) - Randy on His USW A Reunion</li><li>(01:27:38) - Pushing the Peloton</li><li>(01:28:01) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 20:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:summary>It's Episode #6 of Dangerous Conversations and this week, Doug welcomes a special guest:  the Founder, Owner, and President of Power Pro Wrestling, Randy Hales.  Doug has known Randy for well over 40 years and despite having some tense moments at times over the years, they are still friends to this day.  As we move towards the huge "Night to Remember" event in Jackson, Tennessee on Saturday September 21st, the guys discuss all of the inductees that will be in this year's class of the Memphis Wrestling Hall of Fame especially the "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony, whom Doug will be personally inducting into the Hall himself.







A ton of great conversation here about the Memphis Wrestling territory, the Gilbert/Rich vs. PG-13 feud, a comparison of the Fabs &amp;amp; The Rock &amp;amp; Roll Express in the 80s, and much, much more!
For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>It's Episode #6 of Dangerous Conversations and this week, Doug welcomes a special guest:  the Founder, Owner, and President of Power Pro Wrestling, Randy Hales.  Doug has known Randy for well over 40 years and despite having some tense moments at times ov</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #5: Ask Doug Anything V.1!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
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      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #5: Ask Doug Anything V.1!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, we're turning the reins over to the listeners as we ask Doug questions that have been sent in from the fans!<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>Here's just a few of the topics you guys asked Doug about:</strong></p><br><ul><br><li><strong>Proudest &amp; Least Proudest Moment in Wrestling</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on Intergender Wrestling</strong></li><br><li><strong>Strangest Fan Interaction</strong></li><br><li><strong>Do you prefer working face or heel?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Has wrestling under your real name ever caused you issues?</strong></li><br><li><strong>What is Doug's opinion on CM Punk?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How was it working with the Moondogs?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Favorite year in the business?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How important were titles to you and Eddie?<br></strong></li><br></ul><br><p><strong>Plus some of the questions lead to discussions about Sam Bass, Downtown Bruno, Tux Newman, Tom Renesto as booker in Memphis in 1985, and much, much more.  A really fun episode! We appreciate everyone who has sent in their questions, keep them coming either on our Facebook page or email them to </strong><a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><br><p><br>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out <a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:25) - Dissecting Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:02:50) -  WWE Hall of Famer Booker T on His Proudest Moment</li><li>(00:06:49) - Paul Williams Reveals One Secret About His Brother Eddie</li><li>(00:10:55) - Paul Heyman on His ECW Days</li><li>(00:14:11) - Gene Ainge on Intergender Wrestling</li><li>(00:20:10) - Jerry Lawler on Memphis and Dundee</li><li>(00:21:29) - Eddie Guerrero On Working With Fans</li><li>(00:25:25) - John Cena on Working Baby Face or Heel</li><li>(00:28:13) - Has Wrestling Under Your Real Name Been a Problem For You or Your</li><li>(00:34:08) - Getting on the WWE ring</li><li>(00:35:33) - CM Punk On His Comments About The WWE</li><li>(00:41:25) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:43:56) - Moondogs vs The Rockettes</li><li>(00:48:44) - Talking About The Moondogs</li><li>(00:49:07) - Favorite Year in Professional Wrestling</li><li>(00:51:07) - Eddie and Gene on Holding The WWE Title</li><li>(00:55:51) - Jerry Lawler on New Wrestling</li><li>(00:58:43) - Favorite Manager's From Growing Up</li><li>(01:02:00) - Sam Bass Was Killed In A Car Crash</li><li>(01:05:09) - Memphis Wrestling: The Jimmy Hart Era</li><li>(01:09:47) - Jerry Lawler on Working With Jody Jones</li><li>(01:14:57) - Eddie James on Gene's Totes</li><li>(01:17:20) - Doug Gilbert Podcast</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week on Dangerous Conversations, we're turning the reins over to the listeners as we ask Doug questions that have been sent in from the fans!<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>Here's just a few of the topics you guys asked Doug about:</strong></p><br><ul><br><li><strong>Proudest &amp; Least Proudest Moment in Wrestling</strong></li><br><li><strong>Thoughts on Intergender Wrestling</strong></li><br><li><strong>Strangest Fan Interaction</strong></li><br><li><strong>Do you prefer working face or heel?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Has wrestling under your real name ever caused you issues?</strong></li><br><li><strong>What is Doug's opinion on CM Punk?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How was it working with the Moondogs?</strong></li><br><li><strong>Favorite year in the business?</strong></li><br><li><strong>How important were titles to you and Eddie?<br></strong></li><br></ul><br><p><strong>Plus some of the questions lead to discussions about Sam Bass, Downtown Bruno, Tux Newman, Tom Renesto as booker in Memphis in 1985, and much, much more.  A really fun episode! We appreciate everyone who has sent in their questions, keep them coming either on our Facebook page or email them to </strong><a href="mailto:douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com</a></p><br><p><br>For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out <a href="http://dougilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">dougilbertpodcast.com</a></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:25) - Dissecting Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:02:50) -  WWE Hall of Famer Booker T on His Proudest Moment</li><li>(00:06:49) - Paul Williams Reveals One Secret About His Brother Eddie</li><li>(00:10:55) - Paul Heyman on His ECW Days</li><li>(00:14:11) - Gene Ainge on Intergender Wrestling</li><li>(00:20:10) - Jerry Lawler on Memphis and Dundee</li><li>(00:21:29) - Eddie Guerrero On Working With Fans</li><li>(00:25:25) - John Cena on Working Baby Face or Heel</li><li>(00:28:13) - Has Wrestling Under Your Real Name Been a Problem For You or Your</li><li>(00:34:08) - Getting on the WWE ring</li><li>(00:35:33) - CM Punk On His Comments About The WWE</li><li>(00:41:25) - Retro Wrestling Review</li><li>(00:43:56) - Moondogs vs The Rockettes</li><li>(00:48:44) - Talking About The Moondogs</li><li>(00:49:07) - Favorite Year in Professional Wrestling</li><li>(00:51:07) - Eddie and Gene on Holding The WWE Title</li><li>(00:55:51) - Jerry Lawler on New Wrestling</li><li>(00:58:43) - Favorite Manager's From Growing Up</li><li>(01:02:00) - Sam Bass Was Killed In A Car Crash</li><li>(01:05:09) - Memphis Wrestling: The Jimmy Hart Era</li><li>(01:09:47) - Jerry Lawler on Working With Jody Jones</li><li>(01:14:57) - Eddie James on Gene's Totes</li><li>(01:17:20) - Doug Gilbert Podcast</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:08:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4781</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week on Dangerous Conversations, we're turning the reins over to the listeners as we ask Doug questions that have been sent in from the fans!
Here's just a few of the topics you guys asked Doug about:

Proudest &amp;amp; Least Proudest Moment in Wrestling
Thoughts on Intergender Wrestling
Strangest Fan Interaction
Do you prefer working face or heel?
Has wrestling under your real name ever caused you issues?
What is Doug's opinion on CM Punk?
How was it working with the Moondogs?
Favorite year in the business?
How important were titles to you and Eddie?

Plus some of the questions lead to discussions about Sam Bass, Downtown Bruno, Tux Newman, Tom Renesto as booker in Memphis in 1985, and much, much more.  A really fun episode! We appreciate everyone who has sent in their questions, keep them coming either on our Facebook page or email them to douggilbertpodcast@outlook.com
For all things related to Doug Gilbert and his podcast, check out dougilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week on Dangerous Conversations, we're turning the reins over to the listeners as we ask Doug questions that have been sent in from the fans!
Here's just a few of the topics you guys asked Doug about:

Proudest &amp;amp; Least Proudest Moment in Wrestlin</itunes:subtitle>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #4: Remembering SID!</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>It's Episode #4 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert and this week we had planned to talk about Bill Watts' UWF, but we're going to put that off until a later date... and instead we're going to spend this episode allowing Doug to share some of his favorite memories of he and Eddie's good friend, Sid Eudy.  While most fans only know Sid as the "Master &amp; Ruler of the World" and a main event superstar in professional wrestling, there's another side of him that most have never gotten a chance to see.  Doug spends some time here sharing stories of the man he's known as a loyal friend to him and his family inside and outside the wrestling business for over 36 years.  From the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis to main events at Madison Square Garden in New York City, and back again, Sid was always the same humble family man that Doug met all those years ago.  We hope everyone enjoys this episode and it manages to shed some light on Sid Eudy, the real man behind the "monster" on television. </strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to the podcast check out our LINK TREE @ </strong><strong><a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:25) - DISCLAIMER: Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:02:36) - PODCAST: Sid Vicious Dead</li><li>(00:03:27) - Gene on Sid Smith's Death</li><li>(00:05:00) - Sid Warren Was Real...</li><li>(00:11:59) - Randy Randy on Starting a Podcast</li><li>(00:14:09) - Sid Vicious on Having a Podcast</li><li>(00:19:05) - Thomas Jefferson's Diet and Training</li><li>(00:20:55) - Sid Smith Credits Eddie Gilbert For Getting Him Out Of Prison</li><li>(00:28:15) - Wrestlecopia Podcast: Sid McGuirk On Jerry Law</li><li>(00:32:31) - Continental Wrestling</li><li>(00:41:06) - Sid Meier on His WWE Decision</li><li>(00:49:15) - Sid Meier on The Ultimate Warrior</li><li>(00:55:36) - Sid Vicious On His WWE Hall of Fame Moment</li><li>(00:59:33) -  Sid Crosby on His Hall of Fame Hopes</li><li>(01:00:05) - Sid Fish on His Cancer Battle</li><li>(01:05:58) - Honky Tonk Man</li><li>(01:06:30) - Doug Gilbert On Losing His Friend Gene Jackson</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>It's Episode #4 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert and this week we had planned to talk about Bill Watts' UWF, but we're going to put that off until a later date... and instead we're going to spend this episode allowing Doug to share some of his favorite memories of he and Eddie's good friend, Sid Eudy.  While most fans only know Sid as the "Master &amp; Ruler of the World" and a main event superstar in professional wrestling, there's another side of him that most have never gotten a chance to see.  Doug spends some time here sharing stories of the man he's known as a loyal friend to him and his family inside and outside the wrestling business for over 36 years.  From the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis to main events at Madison Square Garden in New York City, and back again, Sid was always the same humble family man that Doug met all those years ago.  We hope everyone enjoys this episode and it manages to shed some light on Sid Eudy, the real man behind the "monster" on television. </strong></p><br><p><strong>For all things related to the podcast check out our LINK TREE @ </strong><strong><a href="http://www.douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">www.douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:25) - DISCLAIMER: Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:02:36) - PODCAST: Sid Vicious Dead</li><li>(00:03:27) - Gene on Sid Smith's Death</li><li>(00:05:00) - Sid Warren Was Real...</li><li>(00:11:59) - Randy Randy on Starting a Podcast</li><li>(00:14:09) - Sid Vicious on Having a Podcast</li><li>(00:19:05) - Thomas Jefferson's Diet and Training</li><li>(00:20:55) - Sid Smith Credits Eddie Gilbert For Getting Him Out Of Prison</li><li>(00:28:15) - Wrestlecopia Podcast: Sid McGuirk On Jerry Law</li><li>(00:32:31) - Continental Wrestling</li><li>(00:41:06) - Sid Meier on His WWE Decision</li><li>(00:49:15) - Sid Meier on The Ultimate Warrior</li><li>(00:55:36) - Sid Vicious On His WWE Hall of Fame Moment</li><li>(00:59:33) -  Sid Crosby on His Hall of Fame Hopes</li><li>(01:00:05) - Sid Fish on His Cancer Battle</li><li>(01:05:58) - Honky Tonk Man</li><li>(01:06:30) - Doug Gilbert On Losing His Friend Gene Jackson</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>4212</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>It's Episode #4 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert and this week we had planned to talk about Bill Watts' UWF, but we're going to put that off until a later date... and instead we're going to spend this episode allowing Doug to share some of his favorite memories of he and Eddie's good friend, Sid Eudy.  While most fans only know Sid as the "Master &amp;amp; Ruler of the World" and a main event superstar in professional wrestling, there's another side of him that most have never gotten a chance to see.  Doug spends some time here sharing stories of the man he's known as a loyal friend to him and his family inside and outside the wrestling business for over 36 years.  From the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis to main events at Madison Square Garden in New York City, and back again, Sid was always the same humble family man that Doug met all those years ago.  We hope everyone enjoys this episode and it manages to shed some light on Sid Eudy, the real man behind the "monster" on television. 
For all things related to the podcast check out our LINK TREE @ www.douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>It's Episode #4 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert and this week we had planned to talk about Bill Watts' UWF, but we're going to put that off until a later date... and instead we're going to spend this episode allowing Doug to share some of his</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #3: The Gilberts go GLOBAL!</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #3: The Gilberts go GLOBAL!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week's episode is all about when Doug and Eddie went to the Global Wrestling Federation! They discuss what the GWF was and how it came to be thanks to Joe Pedicino in 1991. What lead to Eddie being brought in as the booker and how the transition went. The story of how and why the Dark Patriot gimmick was conceived. The challenges of booking and taping a pro wrestling TV show that aired FIVE DAYS A WEEK nationally on ESPN. The REAL story of what happened with Jeff Gaylord in the dressing room at the Dallas Sportatorium. Plus some great stories about Bert Prentice, Bruce Prichard, John Tatum, Del Wilkes, Scott Levy, and Doug remembers his time in IWA Mid South thanks to a question from one of the fans.  All that and much more during another DANGEROUS CONVERSATION with DOUG GILBERT!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out </strong><strong><a href="http://douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:26) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:28) - Jerry Jarrett on World Class Being On ESPN</li><li>(00:10:56) - BROADCAST: Burt Prentice</li><li>(00:15:35) - Bert Bird on Burt Bird's Global Wrestling</li><li>(00:18:13) - Joe and the Global Wrestling Federation</li><li>(00:22:29) - GWF Booking</li><li>(00:27:07) - Joe Jackson on his time with ESPN</li><li>(00:28:59) - The Sportatorium</li><li>(00:34:27) - Joe vs Ray Russell on the WWE Tapings</li><li>(00:40:36) - The Dark Patriot</li><li>(00:46:09) - Former WWE Superstar Bruce Pritchard on Working With The Patriot</li><li>(00:50:59) - Bruce Lee on Working With Eddie Guerrero</li><li>(00:53:28) - Jeff Gaylord</li><li>(00:58:46) - Eddie Jones on His Time in Dallas</li><li>(01:01:58) - John Tatum and Terry Garvin</li><li>(01:06:45) - Black Bart and Brian Pillow</li><li>(01:11:17) - Eddie on His Time With Global</li><li>(01:15:43) - IWA Mid South</li><li>(01:20:06) - Doug Gilbert on Working With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(01:20:48) - Wrestling Nostalgia: Doug Gilbert Episode 3</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>This week's episode is all about when Doug and Eddie went to the Global Wrestling Federation! They discuss what the GWF was and how it came to be thanks to Joe Pedicino in 1991. What lead to Eddie being brought in as the booker and how the transition went. The story of how and why the Dark Patriot gimmick was conceived. The challenges of booking and taping a pro wrestling TV show that aired FIVE DAYS A WEEK nationally on ESPN. The REAL story of what happened with Jeff Gaylord in the dressing room at the Dallas Sportatorium. Plus some great stories about Bert Prentice, Bruce Prichard, John Tatum, Del Wilkes, Scott Levy, and Doug remembers his time in IWA Mid South thanks to a question from one of the fans.  All that and much more during another DANGEROUS CONVERSATION with DOUG GILBERT!</strong></p><br><p><strong>For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out </strong><strong><a href="http://douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - The Legends of Memphis Wrestling Return to Jackson</li><li>(00:01:26) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:28) - Jerry Jarrett on World Class Being On ESPN</li><li>(00:10:56) - BROADCAST: Burt Prentice</li><li>(00:15:35) - Bert Bird on Burt Bird's Global Wrestling</li><li>(00:18:13) - Joe and the Global Wrestling Federation</li><li>(00:22:29) - GWF Booking</li><li>(00:27:07) - Joe Jackson on his time with ESPN</li><li>(00:28:59) - The Sportatorium</li><li>(00:34:27) - Joe vs Ray Russell on the WWE Tapings</li><li>(00:40:36) - The Dark Patriot</li><li>(00:46:09) - Former WWE Superstar Bruce Pritchard on Working With The Patriot</li><li>(00:50:59) - Bruce Lee on Working With Eddie Guerrero</li><li>(00:53:28) - Jeff Gaylord</li><li>(00:58:46) - Eddie Jones on His Time in Dallas</li><li>(01:01:58) - John Tatum and Terry Garvin</li><li>(01:06:45) - Black Bart and Brian Pillow</li><li>(01:11:17) - Eddie on His Time With Global</li><li>(01:15:43) - IWA Mid South</li><li>(01:20:06) - Doug Gilbert on Working With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(01:20:48) - Wrestling Nostalgia: Doug Gilbert Episode 3</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 24 Aug 2024 03:03:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/db975f2c/aa3b8053.mp3" length="80609159" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:duration>5038</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>This week's episode is all about when Doug and Eddie went to the Global Wrestling Federation! They discuss what the GWF was and how it came to be thanks to Joe Pedicino in 1991. What lead to Eddie being brought in as the booker and how the transition went. The story of how and why the Dark Patriot gimmick was conceived. The challenges of booking and taping a pro wrestling TV show that aired FIVE DAYS A WEEK nationally on ESPN. The REAL story of what happened with Jeff Gaylord in the dressing room at the Dallas Sportatorium. Plus some great stories about Bert Prentice, Bruce Prichard, John Tatum, Del Wilkes, Scott Levy, and Doug remembers his time in IWA Mid South thanks to a question from one of the fans.  All that and much more during another DANGEROUS CONVERSATION with DOUG GILBERT!
For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>This week's episode is all about when Doug and Eddie went to the Global Wrestling Federation! They discuss what the GWF was and how it came to be thanks to Joe Pedicino in 1991. What lead to Eddie being brought in as the booker and how the transition went</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #2: "That Was Fake, Man!"</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #2: "That Was Fake, Man!"</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>It's Episode #2 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert, and this week we talk to Doug about one of the wildest episodes of USWA Championship Wrestling that ever aired, from beginning to end! It's the January 13, 1996 episode and it features two title changes, heel turns, a face turn, and it all centers around Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, and Jerry 'the King' Lawler!  The episode featured what was a pretty surreal promo at the time between Doug and the King (and eventually Tommy Rich).  We listen to the whole promo and then Doug breaks it down in detail as far as what was said before, during, and after the promo and what the intent behind it was. The promo was unique for the time period and pretty shocking... and this marks the first time it has ever been discussed in detail.. anywhere! Doug also answers a fan question concerning Smoky Mountain Wrestling to round out the episode!</strong><br><strong><br>Check out the full USWA TV Episode from January 13, 1996 right here:</strong></p><br><p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/HJnTOPjc29Q?si=fK53SAVegrPBY6jE" class="linkified">https://youtu.be/HJnTOPjc29Q?si=fK53SAVegrPBY6jE</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out </strong><strong><a href="http://douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:03:54) - Doug and Tommy Gilbert</li><li>(00:07:14) - USWA Heavyweight Battle Royal</li><li>(00:10:53) - Jerry Lawler on Stealing His USWA Title</li><li>(00:15:52) - WrestleCopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:17:45) - Dennis Knight on Tex Lassi and Ron Slinker</li><li>(00:20:08) - Eddie Hart on Scott Bowden</li><li>(00:24:45) - Scott Hawkins On Being Turned From Heel Manager To Full-</li><li>(00:27:53) - Jerry Lawler On Doug Gilbert's USWA Title</li><li>(00:32:35) - Doug Gilbert on Everything Eddie Gilbert Did To Me</li><li>(00:36:27) - Jerry Lawler on The illegitimate kid angle</li><li>(00:40:24) - Jerry Lawler on His Match With Tommy Lawler</li><li>(00:44:59) - Jerry Lawler On His Promo</li><li>(00:52:12) - Jerry Lawler on His Talk To Tommy Gibbon</li><li>(00:57:21) - USWA Hall of Fame Match</li><li>(00:58:59) - Memphis Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction</li><li>(01:02:26) - Why Were You Never In Smoky Mountain Wrestling?</li><li>(01:07:56) - Gene on This Episode</li><li>(01:10:04) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>It's Episode #2 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert, and this week we talk to Doug about one of the wildest episodes of USWA Championship Wrestling that ever aired, from beginning to end! It's the January 13, 1996 episode and it features two title changes, heel turns, a face turn, and it all centers around Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, and Jerry 'the King' Lawler!  The episode featured what was a pretty surreal promo at the time between Doug and the King (and eventually Tommy Rich).  We listen to the whole promo and then Doug breaks it down in detail as far as what was said before, during, and after the promo and what the intent behind it was. The promo was unique for the time period and pretty shocking... and this marks the first time it has ever been discussed in detail.. anywhere! Doug also answers a fan question concerning Smoky Mountain Wrestling to round out the episode!</strong><br><strong><br>Check out the full USWA TV Episode from January 13, 1996 right here:</strong></p><br><p><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/HJnTOPjc29Q?si=fK53SAVegrPBY6jE" class="linkified">https://youtu.be/HJnTOPjc29Q?si=fK53SAVegrPBY6jE</a></strong></p><br><p><br><strong>For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out </strong><strong><a href="http://douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Dangerous Conversations With Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:03:54) - Doug and Tommy Gilbert</li><li>(00:07:14) - USWA Heavyweight Battle Royal</li><li>(00:10:53) - Jerry Lawler on Stealing His USWA Title</li><li>(00:15:52) - WrestleCopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:17:45) - Dennis Knight on Tex Lassi and Ron Slinker</li><li>(00:20:08) - Eddie Hart on Scott Bowden</li><li>(00:24:45) - Scott Hawkins On Being Turned From Heel Manager To Full-</li><li>(00:27:53) - Jerry Lawler On Doug Gilbert's USWA Title</li><li>(00:32:35) - Doug Gilbert on Everything Eddie Gilbert Did To Me</li><li>(00:36:27) - Jerry Lawler on The illegitimate kid angle</li><li>(00:40:24) - Jerry Lawler on His Match With Tommy Lawler</li><li>(00:44:59) - Jerry Lawler On His Promo</li><li>(00:52:12) - Jerry Lawler on His Talk To Tommy Gibbon</li><li>(00:57:21) - USWA Hall of Fame Match</li><li>(00:58:59) - Memphis Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction</li><li>(01:02:26) - Why Were You Never In Smoky Mountain Wrestling?</li><li>(01:07:56) - Gene on This Episode</li><li>(01:10:04) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>Retro Wrestling Archive</author>
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      <itunes:author>Retro Wrestling Archive</itunes:author>
      <itunes:image href="https://img.transistorcdn.com/WWNGruYyQoZcFUt7lMShjmhPcewQ8mq5dEIAvAKHoQo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS81MjVi/ZmY5NjliNjgyZWQ1/NzhlNWJmOTYwNjU4/Nzk4OC5qcGc.jpg"/>
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      <itunes:summary>It's Episode #2 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert, and this week we talk to Doug about one of the wildest episodes of USWA Championship Wrestling that ever aired, from beginning to end! It's the January 13, 1996 episode and it features two title changes, heel turns, a face turn, and it all centers around Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, and Jerry 'the King' Lawler!  The episode featured what was a pretty surreal promo at the time between Doug and the King (and eventually Tommy Rich).  We listen to the whole promo and then Doug breaks it down in detail as far as what was said before, during, and after the promo and what the intent behind it was. The promo was unique for the time period and pretty shocking... and this marks the first time it has ever been discussed in detail.. anywhere! Doug also answers a fan question concerning Smoky Mountain Wrestling to round out the episode!Check out the full USWA TV Episode from January 13, 1996 right here:
https://youtu.be/HJnTOPjc29Q?si=fK53SAVegrPBY6jE
For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
      <itunes:subtitle>It's Episode #2 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert, and this week we talk to Doug about one of the wildest episodes of USWA Championship Wrestling that ever aired, from beginning to end! It's the January 13, 1996 episode and it features two titl</itunes:subtitle>
      <itunes:keywords>Doug Gilbert, Tommy Rich, Dangerous Conversations, USWA, Memphis Wrestling</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #1: "King of Rock &amp; Roll"</title>
      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dangerous Conversations Episode #1: "King of Rock &amp; Roll"</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On the debut episode of Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert, host Gene Jackson and Doug Gilbert discuss how Doug's "King of Rock &amp; Roll" gimmick came about in the USWA in 1993... What it was originally supposed to be, where it was supposed to go, and why it ended so abruptly, never to be revisited again. From there, Doug talks his 1993 USWA feud versus his own brother, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, where Doug went after the 'loser leaves town" match, what the promotion did with Eddie after Doug left, and why Eddie had a problem with it. Doug also recounts Eddie's infamous "shoot promo" on Saturday morning television, the Gilbert's history of such promos over the years, and whether or not the rumors are true that Eddie was fired from the USWA for that promo.  Plus, the Dangerous One answers questions sent in from fans about his favorite memories of his Dad (Tommy Gilbert) in the ring when he was a kid, how Doug ended up doing the Freddy Krueger gimmick in Japan (and who did it first), and a few of his memories of "Dream Machine" Troy Graham (ya understand what I'm sayin?)!<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>Check out the famous promo from "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert discussed by Doug in this episode </strong><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/4-pTiDrw7qg" class="linkified">https://youtu.be/4-pTiDrw7qg</a><br></strong></p><br><p><strong>For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out </strong><strong><a href="http://douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:33) - Steve Austin on His Japan Contract</li><li>(00:07:42) - Honorary WWE Superstar</li><li>(00:08:55) - Jerry Lawler on His Royal Rumble Match With Ahmed Johnson</li><li>(00:13:15) - The King of Rock and Roll</li><li>(00:15:32) - Eddie Guerrero on The King of Rock and Roll</li><li>(00:19:12) - WrestleCopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:21:06) - Doug vs Eddie : The USWA</li><li>(00:25:25) - Eddie Gilbert Crashes Rock and Roll Phantom's Back With</li><li>(00:29:20) - Eddie Guerrero on His Japan Promo</li><li>(00:31:50) - Eddie and Brad Gilbert on Working In Memphis</li><li>(00:34:05) - Doug's Favorite Memory Of Watching His Dad</li><li>(00:35:53) - Jerry Lawler on His Second Generation Wrestling Guys</li><li>(00:38:19) - How Did Doug Do The Freddy Gimmick In Japan</li><li>(00:40:06) - Tommy Lee on Starting The Freddy Gimmick</li><li>(00:41:00) - Dark Patriot on Wrestling Mask</li><li>(00:41:33) - Memphis Maniac 2007</li><li>(00:45:42) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>On the debut episode of Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert, host Gene Jackson and Doug Gilbert discuss how Doug's "King of Rock &amp; Roll" gimmick came about in the USWA in 1993... What it was originally supposed to be, where it was supposed to go, and why it ended so abruptly, never to be revisited again. From there, Doug talks his 1993 USWA feud versus his own brother, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, where Doug went after the 'loser leaves town" match, what the promotion did with Eddie after Doug left, and why Eddie had a problem with it. Doug also recounts Eddie's infamous "shoot promo" on Saturday morning television, the Gilbert's history of such promos over the years, and whether or not the rumors are true that Eddie was fired from the USWA for that promo.  Plus, the Dangerous One answers questions sent in from fans about his favorite memories of his Dad (Tommy Gilbert) in the ring when he was a kid, how Doug ended up doing the Freddy Krueger gimmick in Japan (and who did it first), and a few of his memories of "Dream Machine" Troy Graham (ya understand what I'm sayin?)!<br></strong></p><br><p><strong>Check out the famous promo from "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert discussed by Doug in this episode </strong><strong><a href="https://youtu.be/4-pTiDrw7qg" class="linkified">https://youtu.be/4-pTiDrw7qg</a><br></strong></p><br><p><strong>For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out </strong><strong><a href="http://douggilbertpodcast.com" class="linkified">douggilbertpodcast.com</a></strong></p><br><p><b>Chapters</b></p><br><ul><li>(00:00:00) - Doug Gilbert</li><li>(00:05:33) - Steve Austin on His Japan Contract</li><li>(00:07:42) - Honorary WWE Superstar</li><li>(00:08:55) - Jerry Lawler on His Royal Rumble Match With Ahmed Johnson</li><li>(00:13:15) - The King of Rock and Roll</li><li>(00:15:32) - Eddie Guerrero on The King of Rock and Roll</li><li>(00:19:12) - WrestleCopia Podcast Network</li><li>(00:21:06) - Doug vs Eddie : The USWA</li><li>(00:25:25) - Eddie Gilbert Crashes Rock and Roll Phantom's Back With</li><li>(00:29:20) - Eddie Guerrero on His Japan Promo</li><li>(00:31:50) - Eddie and Brad Gilbert on Working In Memphis</li><li>(00:34:05) - Doug's Favorite Memory Of Watching His Dad</li><li>(00:35:53) - Jerry Lawler on His Second Generation Wrestling Guys</li><li>(00:38:19) - How Did Doug Do The Freddy Gimmick In Japan</li><li>(00:40:06) - Tommy Lee on Starting The Freddy Gimmick</li><li>(00:41:00) - Dark Patriot on Wrestling Mask</li><li>(00:41:33) - Memphis Maniac 2007</li><li>(00:45:42) - Wrestling Nostalgia</li></ul> <br><br>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=CTA_1">retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com</a>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>On the debut episode of Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert, host Gene Jackson and Doug Gilbert discuss how Doug's "King of Rock &amp;amp; Roll" gimmick came about in the USWA in 1993... What it was originally supposed to be, where it was supposed to go, and why it ended so abruptly, never to be revisited again. From there, Doug talks his 1993 USWA feud versus his own brother, "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert, where Doug went after the 'loser leaves town" match, what the promotion did with Eddie after Doug left, and why Eddie had a problem with it. Doug also recounts Eddie's infamous "shoot promo" on Saturday morning television, the Gilbert's history of such promos over the years, and whether or not the rumors are true that Eddie was fired from the USWA for that promo.  Plus, the Dangerous One answers questions sent in from fans about his favorite memories of his Dad (Tommy Gilbert) in the ring when he was a kid, how Doug ended up doing the Freddy Krueger gimmick in Japan (and who did it first), and a few of his memories of "Dream Machine" Troy Graham (ya understand what I'm sayin?)!
Check out the famous promo from "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert discussed by Doug in this episode https://youtu.be/4-pTiDrw7qg
For links to all things related to "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert and his podcast check out douggilbertpodcast.com</itunes:summary>
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