Episode 99: USA 217

In Episode 99 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, USA 217, Greg:

Looks at Jan. 1993 television for Austin Idol's USA Wrestling program out of Dothan's TV 18 studios.

Laughs about how everyone puts Idol over like he is Poochie from the Simpsons.

Questions if a TV studio show is the way to go in 1993.

Praises Joey Maggs, the Bullet and Scott Armstrong.

Throws some shade at Idol, Larry Santos, Simply Divine and the foreign menaces.

Questions if USA would have been better off in 1983.

Recaps where and when he was dropped into the world of USA and how it went.

Check out Greg talking about Morris Sigel and Houston Wrestling on Great Day Houston KHOU 20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCMpn_1nLtg

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. The Texas Rasslin' War(s) of the 1950s, Greg's fourth book, is onsale now online. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737863529

Episode 98: The Texas Rasslin' Edition

In Episode 98 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, The Texas Rasslin' Edition, Greg:

Opens a delayed discussion about his new book The Texas Rasslin' War(s) of the 1950s.

Makes a list of the 10 things he learned or are his takeaways from the year he spent researching and writing the book.

Heralds the Jack Pfefer Collection at the Father Ted Hesburgh Library at University of Notre Dame and its unparalleled contribution to wrestling history.

Talks about his new-found interest in Tommy "Your Boy Izzy" Phelps, Ricki Starr and Danny McShain.

Wonders if Dizzy Davis was the biggest con man in the history of wrestling.

Check out Greg talking about Morris Sigel and Houston Wrestling on Great Day Houston KHOU 20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCMpn_1nLtg

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. The Texas Rasslin' War(s) of the 1950s, Greg's fourth book, is onsale now online. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737863529

Episode 97: The Jerry Grey tribute

In Episode 97 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, The Jerry Grey Tribute, Greg:

Welcomes Bob Cook to the show.

Bob and Greg discuss "Golden Boy" Jerry Grey as a friend, a mentor, a worker and a promoter.

Bob talks about his Mighty Yankees tag team with Jerry and their matches against Bad Company and Graham & Keirn.

Greg notes Jerry's path through the territories and his evolution as a promoter.

Bob laughs about the Memphis rib Jerry played on him.

Greg gives some tips on good Jerry Grey matches to watch as well as a list of Jerry's personal favorite matches.

Check out Greg talking about Morris Sigel and Houston Wrestling on Great Day Houston KHOU 20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCMpn_1nLtg

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. The Texas Rasslin' War(s) of the 1950s, Greg's fourth book, is onsale now online. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737863529

Episode 96: The Fourth Anniversary Show

In Episode 96 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, The Fourth Anniversary Show, Greg:

Celebrates four years of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk.

Thinks about how his life has changes and how the show has changed his life.

Goes back to basics with some Paul Boesch and Houston Wrestling talk.

Nails down (finally!) the date Gulf Athletic Club becomes Best of Texas Wrestling Inc. and when Bill Watts buys into the program.

Debuts some new collection gems, including the book Houston Wrestling sold to commemorate Jack Brisco's NWA title win in July 1973.

Unearths a single-page pullout that Houston Wrestling inserted into the March 2, 1973 programs to advise fans about Dory Funk Junior's "Accident Heard 'Round the World."

Check out Greg talking about Morris Sigel and Houston Wrestling on Great Day Houston KHOU 20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qCMpn_1nLtg

Check out Greg's column about Morris Sigel on Slam Wrestling. https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2024/10/11/guest-column-elect-morris-sigel-to-the-observer-hall-of-fame/

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. His newest release, "Sunset Painting & The Sun, Two Plays by Greg Klein," is on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com, as are his previous books: The Junkyard Dog biography, "The King of New Orleans" and the historic fiction, sports novel, "The Paper Tigers, How Eight Guys from the Streets of Philadelphia Became Professional Baseball Players for One Day.

Episode 95: June Gloom

In Episode 95 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, June Gloom, Mississippi, Greg:

Looks at the television for June 1984 in the Mid South Wrestling Association.

Counts the weeks until JYD leaves.

Says goodbye to Ito, Poffo and Mr. Wrestling.

Wonders why they keep putting Sonny King in the ring with awful workers.

Questions the debuts of Jay Youngblood and the Fantastics.

Check out Greg's column about Morris Sigel on Slam Wrestling. https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2024/10/11/guest-column-elect-morris-sigel-to-the-observer-hall-of-fame/

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. His newest release, "Sunset Painting & The Sun, Two Plays by Greg Klein," is on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com, as are his previous books: The Junkyard Dog biography, "The King of New Orleans" and the historic fiction, sports novel, "The Paper Tigers, How Eight Guys from the Streets of Philadelphia Became Professional Baseball Players for One Day."

Episode 94: One Night Only in Lucedale, Mississippi

In Episode 94 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, One Night Only in Lucedale, Mississippi, Greg:

Celebrates the anniversary of his first match, April 16, 1993, in Lucedale, MS.

Talks about breaking into the wrestling business in 1993.

Remembers the scoundrels who broke him in.

Goes through six Super Pro Wrestling posters from spring 1993 for shows in five cities in AL and MS.

Lists some of the early episodes to look for if you want to hear more about his wrestling career.

Check out Greg's column about Morris Sigel on Slam Wrestling. https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2024/10/11/guest-column-elect-morris-sigel-to-the-observer-hall-of-fame/

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. His newest release, "Sunset Painting & The Sun, Two Plays by Greg Klein," is on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com, as are his previous books: The Junkyard Dog biography, "The King of New Orleans" and the historic fiction, sports novel, "The Paper Tigers, How Eight Guys from the Streets of Philadelphia Became Professional Baseball Players for One Day."

Episode 93: The Dennis Condrey Tribute

In Episode 93 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, The Dennis Condrey Tribute, Greg:

Welcomes Tony Richards back to the show.

Greg and Tony:

Pay tribute to Dennis Condrey, north Alabama legend and worker extraordinaire.

Tony discusses Condrey's early days in wrestling and his roots in the Tennessee territories.

Both men explain why Condrey and Eaton is the best version of the Midnight Express.

Look at other tag teams Condrey was in, especially with Phil Hickerson and David Schultz.

Greg lists some Dennis Condrey matches on YouTube you can check out this week.

Check out Greg's column about Morris Sigel on Slam Wrestling. https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2024/10/11/guest-column-elect-morris-sigel-to-the-observer-hall-of-fame/

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. His newest release, "Sunset Painting & The Sun, Two Plays by Greg Klein," is on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com, as are his previous books: The Junkyard Dog biography, "The King of New Orleans" and the historic fiction, sports novel, "The Paper Tigers, How Eight Guys from the Streets of Philadelphia Became Professional Baseball Players for One Day."

Episode 92: the Gorilla Position

In Episode 92 of Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk, The Gorilla Position, Greg:

Welcomes Brian Solomon back to the show.

Greg and Brian:

Discuss Brian's wresting fandom, his WWE career and his preference for early 1990s wrestling to the late 90s stuff.

Talk all things Gorilla Monsoon, including his somewhat forgotten 1960s in-ring career, his importance to Black Saturday and his relationship with Vinnie McMahon.

Look at his relationship with Bobby "the Brain" Heenan.

Wonder about a WWF with Gorilla in charge.

See the WWF evolution through the eyes of Gorilla.

Lay out the tragic last years of his life.

Check out Greg's column about Morris Sigel on Slam Wrestling. https://slamwrestling.net/index.php/2024/10/11/guest-column-elect-morris-sigel-to-the-observer-hall-of-fame/

Greg Klein's Old School Rasslin Talk is sponsored by Greg and his written work. His newest release, "Sunset Painting & The Sun, Two Plays by Greg Klein," is on Amazon.com and Barnesandnoble.com, as are his previous books: The Junkyard Dog biography, "The King of New Orleans" and the historic fiction, sports novel, "The Paper Tigers, How Eight Guys from the Streets of Philadelphia Became Professional Baseball Players for One Day."