From Starrcade '83 to March 26, 2001, Tony Schiavone was the voice of professional wrestling below the Mason-Dixon Line. Though the Monday Night Wars may be over you can still relive the memories of Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling. Hear for yourself why What Happened When with Tony Schiavone is a hilarious trip down professional wrestling's memory lane. Join Tony and Conrad every Wednesday morning at 6am ET
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Pro wrestling legends and Hall of Famers Bully Ray, Mark Henry, Tommy Dreamer, and Dave LaGreca bring you behind the curtain for an exclusive look at the most intricate aspects of the business. Hear roundtable discussions of everything from how stories get told to how moves get sold, and in-depth breakdowns of the industry’s most iconic moments and characters.
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Bringing the nuts & bolts of pro-wrestling's past, present, and future...with a side of caffeine fueled anxiety.
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Dave and Bully have a special interview with one of the greatest names in professional wrestling, Magnum TA. Magnum will tell amazing stories about his excellent but unfinished career including his time with Tully Blanchard in the infamous “I Quit” match from Starrcade 1985. He has incredible psychology that was perfect for the time and would be ev…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to the 1980s for some truly bizarre in-ring action from Chicagoland's very own Bob Luce! Bob Luce's Monsters of the Mat embraced the wild, the wacky, and the downright creepy sides of professional wrestling. From mind-controlling sinister ministers to nearly unintelligible Kentucky…
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Episode 462: Tony Joins Mid Atlantic Championship Wrestling
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1:19:03On this flashback edition of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad head back to the 1980s—when Tony first joined Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling! Tony reflects on meeting the legendary Bob Caudle, falling in love with professional wrestling as a fan, and the moment he discovered the business was predetermined. It's a fun, heartfelt look at where …
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Dave LaGreca, Tommy Dreamer and Bully Ray discuss the background of pro athletes stepping into the world of pro wrestling and some of the limitations they have to face given the notoriety these sports stars have. The conversation, based off the recent Cam Skattebo interaction on Monday Night Raw at MSG goes in-depth, as our guys have history being …
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony pays tribute to one of the greats, Bob Caudle. The guys are then joined by AEW coach and wrestling legend Chris Hero to revisit some of the most memorable matches of his storied career. Chris guides the guys through his unforgettable battles with Kenny Omega, Bryan Danielson, Austin Aries, Kota Ibushi, an…
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Dave and Tommy speak to one of the great Intercontinental Champions of all-time in “The Magnificent” Don Muraco. He’ll take you inside his storied career including one of the most infamous moments in wrestling history; the night Jimmy Snuka splashed him from on top of the cage in Madison Square Garden on a night that will be remembered forever. Hos…
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Episode 460: ROH Death Before Dishonor IV
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1:44:31On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad dive into Ring of Honor's Death Before Dishonor IV! The guys relive the excitement of this standout ROH event, breaking down three epic matches, moments, and rising stars that helped define one of wrestling's most influential promotions and are now major parts of All Elite Wrestling. From hard-…
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One of the all-time greatest referees Mike Chioda is here to teach you all about the nuances of being the 3rd person in the ring. He’ll describe his upbringing in the WWE in the 1980s, his biggest matches, and the can’t miss advice and stories he’s had in his illustrious career as Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray get the inside scoop from one of the best…
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Episode 459: Tony Watches PWG with Excalibur!
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1:56:47On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad are joined by Tony's AEW commentary partner — the man behind the mask himself, Excalibur! The guys sit back and watch Pro Wrestling Guerrilla's 2011 Steen Wolf, featuring some of the wildest action from one of wrestling's most beloved independent promotions. It's Tony's first-ever PWG watch-alo…
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Our Masters have some of the most incredible finisher that have been replicated over the years. On this episode, they’ll describe how they came up with these infamous moves and how they were executed. They’ll also talk about how today’s generation have attempted to use their moves for their own success as a way to pay tribute to our guys. Hosted by…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad dive into the wild, colorful world of CHIKARA! The guys sit back and enjoy a collection of matches featuring future AEW stars like Eddie Kingston, Brodie Lee, Daddy Magic, and Orange Cassidy — back when he was known as Red Fire Ant! From hilarious moments to pure wrestling magic, Tony and Conra…
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The Master’s Dave, Mark, Bully and Tommy dive into the overlapping careers of two of the greatest of all-time: The Rock and Stone Cold. The guys break down who had arguably the better career and bigger influence, and there is definitely plenty of arguing to be done. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about…
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Episode 457: Ring Of Honor Spectacles
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1:42:42On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad travel back 15 years to relive three unforgettable showcases from Ring of Honor's Honor Club! Tony experiences for the very first time a wrestling classic between two future Hall of Famers — AJ Styles vs. Bryan Danielson — a match that still ranks among Conrad's all-time favorites. Then, the gu…
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It’s been a tough week for the Master’s personally, so Dave, Mark and Tommy reflect on the positivity surrounding the world of wrestling that they love so much. The good times and memories are important to cherish, and the guys share some of their favorites in this special episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i…
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Episode 456: Samoa Joe's Forgotten Matches
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1:33:14On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad rewind about 20 years to revisit the tail end of Samoa Joe's legendary reign as ROH World Champion and his early days in TNA. The guys relive some incredible matches Joe had in the Ohio and western Pennsylvania region against Christopher Daniels and Chris Hero. Plus, Tony reveals his Top 5 Most…
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There’s no one better equipped to talk about the phenomenal level of action that tag team wrestling brings than WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray, who joins Dave LaGreca on The Master’s Class. We breakdown, the impact the evolution an the current state of that division in a deep dive that will shed light on an amazing facet of pro wrestling. Hosted by Si…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad travel back nearly 40 years to a classic episode of World Championship Wrestling from September 1987! The card is stacked — Lex Luger battles Barry Windham for the United States Title, Jimmy Garvin, Jimmy Valiant, and Nikita Koloff are all in action, and Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard face the …
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The Masters Dave LaGreca, Mark Henry, Tommy Dreamer & Bully Ray discuss how to come back stronger after losing your spot in a major company. There are many shining examples throughout wrestling history of a star needing a change in character or a fresh coat of paint, or a complete overhaul on a personal level, and that refresh leading to a bigger c…
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Episode 454: The Best Of International Championship Wrestling
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1:21:12On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us on a ride through the world of International Championship Wrestling! The guys kick back and relive classic ICW action, featuring Ric Flair vs. Austin Idol, Dory Funk vs. Carlos Colon, Don Muraco vs. Kevin Sullivan, and so much more. Plus, Tony reveals his Top 5 Biggest Wrestling Moments…
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The Master’s Dave LaGreca & Bully Ray discuss the recent news of Jazmyn Nyx leaving NXT and in doing so, leaving guaranteed money on the table. Her pro wrestling career is over and it’s important to breakdown why it happened, and how her not growing up in the pro wrestling industry may have shape her decision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa…
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On this REMIX edition of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad rewind all the way back to 1983 — the year Tony first broke into the wrestling business. Tony tells the story of how he got hired, his very first assignment working with "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair, and the moment he learned the truth about professional wrestling. All that, plus plenty of …
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The Pros and Khans of WrestleMania in 2027
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27:12Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer & Mark Henry discuss the move of WrestleMania 2027 to Saudi Arabia, and the possible repercussions of that action. Could Tony Khan run a meg-AEW event that same weekend? How could that benefit or hurt the pro wrestling community? The guys give their expert take on a very hot topic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. …
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Episode 452: The Evolution Of RAVEN
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1:40:07On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad are joined by ECW/WCW/TNA legend Raven to talk about his brand-new documentary, Nevermore: The Raven Effect. Raven shares how the project came together, where fans can watch it, and how it served as a powerful reminder of his journey and everything he's overcome. The guys also have some fun rev…
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Our Masters dissect the recent comments from Bryan Danielson with regards to the resurgence of Cody and Punk. How much did AEW play a part in their success? The guys know both the stars very well and can shine a light on how both came back into prominence and changed the landscape of pro wrestling. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.…
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The masters discuss how a newer talent in a locker room should act and the things that can get them in hot water quickly. There's nobody better than our guys to break it all down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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Episode 451: The Brain Busters Win!
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1:41:41On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad head back to Saturday Night's Main Event for the night Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard captured the WWF Tag Team Titles! Tony reflects on his time working in the WWF during that era, the magic of Sensational Sherri, and the fever pitch of Hulkamania. Plus, plenty more stories along the way. Wa…
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In this very special Master’s Class, Bully Ray and Nic Nemeth are joined by a pair of WWE Hall of Famers, Diamond Dallas Page & Lex Luger. The duo discuss the road to recovery as Lex Luger has begun walking again, and DDP mends from a recent heart use. It’s a unique look at some of the legends of the industry as they strive to overcome obstacles in…
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Master's Classics: Tales of the 'Wise Man' Paul Heyman
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26:46The masters tell some incredible, personal and hilarious stories about the man who ran ECW, and is one of the greatest personalities in the history of professional wrestling, Paul Heyman. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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On this week's What Happened When, Tony and Conrad head back to Wembley Stadium for SummerSlam 1992! Tony watches the legendary Bret Hart vs. British Bulldog match for the very first time. Plus, AEW's ECW Arena residency, Taz's special moment, Tony's friendship with Paul Walter Hauser, and more! Watch the episode on YouTube BLUECHEW - Visit https:/…
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The Masters, Tommy Dreamer and Bully Ray are joined by special guest Nic Nemeth to discuss the concept of a receipt in pro wrestling, based off of the recent horrifying events from Raja Jackson at an Indy show. We define what the term means and some of the most infamous examples of these being delivered inside the ring. We’ve got tons of expert kno…
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Master's Classics: Memorable Moments with Mae Young
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32:58Two of our masters, Bully Ray & Mark Henry, take a stroll down memory lane & talk about a legend that will forever link their careers: the late (and great) Mae Young. The guys talk about working with the WWE Hall of Famer back around '99-'00 & share some amazing (and hilarious) stories. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com …
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Episode 449: Wild'n Out At Road Wild 1999
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2:00:15On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and host Conrad Thompson take us back to WCW Road Wild 1999! And the big question on everyone's mind is: Tony, what the hell are you wearing? Tony breaks down his infamous wardrobe from that night and reveals what really happened to his iconic hat and jacket. But that's not all—Tony also shares …
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The Masters Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer and Mark Henry discuss the importance of connecting with international crowds. They tell stories from their careers of adjusting to the different styles of different countries they performed in and how they got themselves over. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about o…
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Episode 448: Bruiser Brody Attacks!
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1:48:32On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1985 for some good ol' Memphis action! The guys discuss the reputation of Bruiser Brody, watch Randy Savage in action before his WWF run, and do commentary on some incredible commercials of the era. Get ready for some fun southern style on this episode of What Happened When! PRI…
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The Master’s discuss the benefits of a having a locker room moving in the same direction, the advice you get from those that have more experience than you and the need to be altogether in one room. Our wealth of knowledge will give plenty of examples of how important it is to have a united team backstage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S…
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Episode 447: WCW Saturday Night 08.08.92
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1:45:31On this special episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1992 and WCW Saturday Night! On this edition of Saturday Night, we're looking back at the historic moment Ron Simmons beat Vader to become the new WCW World Champion. STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 15% off @StopBoxUSA with code WHW at https://stopboxu…
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The Masters are ready to hand out some hardware now that the 1st half of 2025 has passed in pro wrestling. We’ll be selecting best wrestlers, best talkers, best matches and so much more! Hear Tommy Dreamer, Mark Henry and Dave LaGreca’s selections on what has been a phenomenal 2025 so far. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c…
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Episode 446: The Finger Poke Of Doom REMIX
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2:40:15On this REMIX edition of What Happened When, it's' the Finger Poke of Doom! It's the "Butts in Seats" comment. It's all here! The reason WCW lost the Monday Night Wars. Not so fast! Even though those two incidents have resonated among wrestling fans for decades, the main reason WCW lost the war is actually all wrapped up in this episode. This Monda…
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Dave, Bully, Mark & Tommy debate the Mount Rushmore of professional wrestling on a special edition of The Master's Class from the SiriusXM NYC Studios. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By dave lagreca, mark henry, bully ray, tommy dreamer
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Episode 445: "The Irresistible Force" Hulk Hogan
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1:27:13On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad celebrate the legacy of "The Immortal" Hulk Hogan with a look back at one of his most icon matches. Tony shares his thoughts and stories about watching the match while working for Jim Crockett Promotions and what this match caused the company to do. Watch WrestleMania 3, Hogan versus Andre with…
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Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray cover the impact that the biggest name in professional wrestling, Hulk Hogan had on the sport. We take you through what Hulk will be remembered for and how his legacy will live on through time as an immortal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers…
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Episode 444: Mayhem At The Maple Leaf
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1:52:54On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad are taking us back to 1988 for some exciting WWF action from the Maple Leaf Gardens. Terry Taylor does double duty wokring to prove himself in the company. The Million Dollar Man faces off against The WWF champion Macho Man Randy Savage. And The Ultimate Warrior teams up with Demolition to batt…
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After spending last week on the concept of counterprogramming in pro wrestling, our Masters discuss how well it worked for both AEW and WWE this past weekend, and how each company countered one another with NXT Great American Bash, AEW All In, WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, and WWE Evolution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adsw…
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On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1983 for some very rare Georgia Championship Wrestling from Atlanta's Omni. This show features "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. "Mad Dog" Buzz Sawyer in a Dog Collar Match. Plus, The Road Warriors battle Mr. Wrestling I & II, Tommy Rich vs. "Wild" Bill Irwin in a Bullwhip on a Pole Match…
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The Master’s discuss the recent trend in wrestling toward countering a rival wrestling shows with programming of your own. Does this strategy work? Do they agree with it? The guys that know all about it can break it all down using personal experience and their hall of fame minds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inf…
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Master's Classics: Anxiety Behind The Curtain
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29:21The masters explain how they calm or cope with their nerves before crossing the curtain & entering the ring, and share their firsthand experiences of anxiety & panic behind the curtain. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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Episode 442: Great American Bash 1985
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1:47:13On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back to 1985 and Jim Crockett Promotion's very first Great American Bash! Posted on the WCW YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/9nqDfXv9GIY?si=X2MjNYIGlFkji3fO We start at 53:13 just before the Road Warriors vs the Russians is about to start STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and s…
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The Masters tell their perspectives of working in the Independent Circuit of Pro Wrestling. They also share tips to pro wrestlers on how to “Get Over” on the Indy Scene. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.…
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Master's Classics: The Art & Legacy of MITB
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17:13The masters do a deep-dive into WWE's 'Money In The Bank'. They look at the history of the match, its evolution into a standalone PPV, the psychology & physicality needed to make the match work, & what being in a MITB match can do for a rising superstar ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll…
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Episode 441: WWWF MSG Action! 06.30.1973
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1:40:49On this episode of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad take us back 52 years for the WWWF's very first LIVE show on HBO. The guys are joining the action at 24:43 into the show where we find Gorilla Monsoon facing off against Lou Albano! Other featured matches include WWWF champion Pedro Morales battling George "The Animal" Steele, Chief Jay Strongb…
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