Shows
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightEpisode 2 - Bruno Sammartino - The Power Twins, Michael PS HayesWelcome to episode 2 of Pro Wrestling Spotlight Rewind - where we look back at classic shows from the archives of John Arezzi, going back to the very early days of pro wrestling talk on the radio. On this episode - we will review show #2 show which aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY on April 16th, 1989.April 16th 1989 featured part one of the first appearance of Bruno Sammartino on WNYG. It also was highlighted by the very first appearance by the "world famous" POWER TWINS - the identical twins that caused havoc on the show each time they...2024-07-181h 56
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightCrank Calls anger Arezzi! Meltzer and Dave from the Power TwinsHere is episode 96 of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, which reviews show 249, which aired on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon NY from September 17th, 1994.Marsh and John review a show truly starts the final chapter of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight run, with many crank callers which begins taking a toll on John Arezzi. It is also revealed that John's plans for a Weekend of Champions 5 is on very shaky ground as ECW books a show with many of the names John intended to use at his event on the same day Arezzi was planning the convention.D...2023-10-261h 57
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 94 of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast.Marsh and John review the Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show which aired on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon NY on September 4th, 1994.The backlash from the ECW Screwjob of the NWA continues and Paul Heyman, Dennis Carolluzzo, and ECW title holder Shane Douglas all appear on the original radio broadcast. A very historic and controversial show!Don Laible's news capsule, callers, promos, commercials and much more!JOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS PODCAST AND EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS OF HISTORY FROM THE ARCHIVES OF WR...2023-10-122h 08
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 93 of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast. On this episode Marsh and John review the original PWS show which aired on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon NY on August 28th, 1994. It marks the return of the PWS to the airwaves after a 9 month absence. We focus on the return of the show, and its main topic - the ECW screwjob of the NWA which took place on August 27th 1994. We review the callers from all over the tri state era. Guests appearances from this episode which we review are Shane Douglas and The Wrestling Observer's Dave Me...2023-10-052h 10
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 92 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering John's final two shows at 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon NY.Two shows are reviewed here - including the November 6th program and the final show on November 27th, 1993.John and Marsh do a deep dive on the reasons John decides to leave the airwaves.Donny Laible also makes a surprise appearance and tells a horrific story on why he left wrestling!The last Weekend of Champions convention is covered, as well as the the Sid Vicious / Arn Anderson scissors incident, which...2023-09-282h 12
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 91 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the September 25th, 1993 shows, which originally aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY.Marsh and John open up the show after a 2 week absence and catch everyone up on latest developments and upcoming shows.We then review the September 25th 1993 show, which features guest Steve Beverly discussing what could be the worst WCW PPV ever - the 1993 War Games.Host - John ArezziProducer and Creative Director - MarshPatreon Executive Producers - Anthony Pires and Joseph Holloway2023-09-211h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 90 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the September 11th, 1993 shows, which originally aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY.Marsh and John open up the show with the news of the passing of Terry Funk, as we just learned about this legends death.We then review the September 11th 1993 show, with Patreon Executive Producer Joseph Holloway.The September 11th show has the Powers of Pain in the WNYG Studios, which based on the clips, sounds like the last place they want to be! John handles it t...2023-08-311h 54
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 89 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the August 28th and September 4th, 1993 shows, which originally aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY.Marsh and John review two shows from 30 years ago, which had John calling in from Los Angeles, CA on August 28th, the day of the historic AAA/IWS debut at the LA Sports Arena. Bruce Jacobs is in the studio obligations back at WNYG. Don Laible has the capsule and callers are included.The September 4th program has John back in Babylon from two weeks of travel, and the re...2023-08-241h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 88 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the August 21st, 1993 show, which originally aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY.Marsh and John review the show from 30 years ago, which had John calling in from Dallas Texas. It was the IWAS debut in the USA, and a debacle! Bruce Jacobs is manning the studio obligations back in Babylon, hosting the show, and bringing on callers for John.Anthony Pires, the Patreon Executive producer joins John and Marsh, with a special surprise appearance on the podcast by Donny Laible! Host - Joh...2023-08-171h 34
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 87 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the July 31st, 1993 show, which originally aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY.The show features a special guest appearance from Larry Spitz from L&S Comix who comes on to discuss the infamous appearance from Jake the Snake Roberts from the weekend before. We talk Jake's sweet tooth, and a road trip to a seedy area on Long Island after his appearance!Terry Funk also appears on the show from 30 years ago, discussing his recent meetings with WCW about coming in to work with t...2023-08-101h 48
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 86 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the July 17th, 1993 original broadcast of Pro Wrestling This Week, which aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon NY.Marsh and I go back to hear John's first radio broadcast upon returning from the IWAS tour of Southeast Asia. John drops the F bomb for the first time ever on a live show, and some of the callers take advantage of that! Bruce Jacobs also joins John in the studio to discuss the tour, including him losing the key overseas to the safe where the payoffs are!...2023-08-031h 10
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 85 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast. We break format with this show, as we bring on ECW Founder - Tod Gordon! Tod's new book "Tod is God" written by Sean Oliver hits the market and we bring on the man who founded Eastern Championship Wrestling, which later become EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING.Tod discusses the history of ECW from a fledging North East regional promotion to the expansion into the national game changing company that changed the face of pro wrestling forever!Tod discusses the relationship with Paul Heyman, the good, the bad...2023-07-271h 51
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 84 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, reviewing the July 3rd and July 10th, 1993 broadcasts of Pro Wrestling Spotlight which aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC. We bring on Kevin Sullivan to discuss the International Wrestling All Stars (IWAS) tour of Southeast Asia which Kevin appeared on with his wife at the time, Nancy (Woman/Fallen Angel) Sullivan. We also play several video clips of the tour with Kevin, none of which he had ever seen before. I highly recommend you watching the YouTube version of this episode to get the full experie...2023-07-202h 15
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 83 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, reviewing the June 19th, 1993 broadcast of Pro Wrestling This week on WNYG in Babylon NY. THERE WAS NO EVENING SHOW on WEVD that night as we were in Philadelphia for an ECW show.30 years ago John was in final preparations for the debut of his INTERNATIONAL WRESTLING ALL STARS show in Southeast Asia. There are no guests on the show, but lots of hilarity none the less with the discussion about the new trading card set "Sex Maniacs 2" available at long time sponsor L&S Comix, in add...2023-07-131h 39
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 82 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, reviewing the June 12th, 1993 broadcasts of Pro Wrestling This week on WNYG in Babylon NY, and the evening show PWS heard on WEVD AM in NYC.On this episode Marsh and I take a look back at these two shows, with special guests Stan Lane of the Midnight Express (on the WNYG Show) and Mat Watch's Steve Beverly on the evening show, with Steven DeAngelis from the Starlite Foundation (who later became a ring announcer for ECW) in the studio.I address a very negative...2023-07-062h 02
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 81 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, reviewing the June 5th, 1993 broadcasts of Pro Wrestling This week on WNYG in Babylon NY, and the evening show PWS heard on WEVD AM in NYC.We are joined for this review by Donny Laible! Donny, Marsh and I discuss what could be the craziest appearance ever on Pro Wrestling Spotlight by Paul E. Dangerously! Paul E commandeers the studios of WEVD - breaking in during Donny's news capsule - and its chaos ensues from there!Hot Stuff Eddie Gilbert calls in to discuss ECW, an...2023-06-292h 19
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightPro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast Episode 79 - Superstar Billy Graham SpecialHere is episode 79 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast. This episode is a special tribute to the great Superstar Billy Graham, who died after years of ill health, on May 17th.Joining me on this special episode to discuss the life and career of Superstar Billy Graham are George Napolitano, my life long friend, mentor, and the man who was probably Billy's closest friend in the wrestling business. We have pulled a clip of George and other reporters interviewing Graham on December 15th, 1975 right before he made...2023-06-151h 31
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 78 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original shows that aired on 1050 AM WEVD in New York City, and the Pro Wrestling this week show on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon NY, from May 15th, 1993!We bring on Patreon Executive Producer Anthony Pires to review the shows from 30 years ago.On the morning show, Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on 1440 AM WNYG, Mark Madden joins us to discuss a column he wrote for the Pro Wrestling Torch, which was targeted to the federal Drug Enforcement agency about the continued steroid...2023-06-082h 23
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 77 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original shows that aired on 1050 AM WEVD in New York City, and the Pro Wrestling this week show on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon NY, from May 8th, 1993!Former owner of the International Wrestling Council (IWC) and architect of the AAA Invasion to the United States, NY Entertainment Attorney, Ron Skoler joins us hear for the first time, his appearance on Pro Wrestling Spotlight on May 8th, 30 years ago!Cactus Jack also appears on the evening show, to discuss his future after the Vader injury!2023-06-011h 59
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight - BEST OF THE EARLY DAYSHere is episode 76 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast.THIS WEEK - You will hear original episodes (show 6 from May 14th, 1989 and show #41 from January 14th, 1990).Pro Wrestling Spotlight Show 6 - May 14th, 1989Here is the original episode of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight from May 14, 1989, which aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY. A LOADED SHOW! Guest include; Kevin Sullivan, Paul E. Dangerously, Dave Meltzer & Professor Toru Tanaka! Plus The Power Twins, Broadway Sonny Blaze & Marty Perrera in-studio, calls from Mitch Seinfeld, Crazy Don Rock & Bialo The Giant! Calls, wrestling news & more!Pro...2023-05-253h 17
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 75 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast.THIS WEEK - You will hear original episodes (show 26 from October 1st, 1989 and show #39 from December 31st, 1989).On the October 1st, 1989 episode - Ricky Steamboat calls in to discuss his future plans! The Power Twins return to the studio and cause more chaos than ever before! Plus John goes clubbing with Paul E. Dangerously, John & Broadway Sonny Blaze go to the Garden, calls and more!The second vintage show from this era we are sharing on this special is show #39 from December 31st 1989 It’s New...2023-05-182h 39
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 74 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original shows that aired on May 1st, 1993!There was no tape of the morning show on 1440 WNYG as the original broadcast was not a live show 30 years ago. SO - that recorded show was never returned to me (a mystery that will not be solved). On the evening WEVD program, which originally aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC, NY, we have another hilarious show, highlighted by a call in by Paul E. Dangerously (who appears for the 2nd week in a row with a spe...2023-05-111h 50
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 73 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original shows that aired on April 24th, 1993!The morning show which aired on 1440 WNYG in Babylon, NY focused on the injuries Cactus Jack suffered in his latest match against Vader. We take phone calls from listeners, there are the usual commercials and more.On the evening WEVD program, which originally aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC, NY, we have a hilarious show, highlighted by the in studio appearance by Paul E. Dangerously, who breaks some big news about a new HDTV TV taping he's i...2023-05-042h 10
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 72 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original shows that aired on April 17th, 1993!The morning show which aired on 1440 WNYG features Jim Cornette, who discusses Smokey Mountain Wrestling, and comments on the WCW fiasco of a show held in NYC on April 14th. Cornette is classic on the show as always! Lots of callers, commercials, hilarity and more!We then discuss the evening broadcast on 1050 AM WEVD, and we bring on The Genius Lanny Poffo, which is a great shoot interview and Lanny does not disappoint! Callers, commercials and more!...2023-04-271h 55
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 71 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast. A special episode as we bring on Madusa to review her appearance on Pro Wrestling Spotlight's WEVD show on April 10th, 1993. Madusa hears the clips for the first time ever.Donny Laible is in Nashville at a Mid South themed wrestling fans convention, and brings Sapphire on to talk to me on the Pro Wrestling This Week portion of the show. Lots of callers, commercials, hilarity and more!Host - John ArezziProducer and Creative Director - MarshPatreon Executive Produ...2023-04-202h 19
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 70 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast. We bring Broadway Sonny Blaze back for for the first half of the show, to discuss his relationship with Mark LoMonaco (Bully Ray/Bubba Ray). Sonny discusses his history with Bubba, which was volatile 30 years ago, and remains so today. With Bubba professing his dislike for both Sonny and ME, I was always curious as to why he has held these feelings towards me (him even attacking me at a 2009 TNA PPV - Against All Odds). So, Sonny sheds light as to why that might be on this show.The 2nd...2023-04-132h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 69 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast.A special episode featuring Broadway Sonny Blaze. Sonny was a huge part of the first year on the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, appearing almost every week on the show, which was broadcast in 1989 on WNYG AM in Babylon NY. He is the person who introduced me to Mick Foley bringing him to the show in September of that year. Sonny's early show appearances with The Power Twins are hilarious, as is his interview with JACK THE GIANT STALKER (who's origin is finally answered here after over 30 years)! We feature...2023-04-062h 27
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is Episode 68 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original broadcasts of March 27th, 1993, which aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY and on WEVD AM in NYC.Guests include Jake The Snake Roberts who appears on the PWTW show, and Mick Foley (who is on the PWS Evening show), and Nikolai Volkoff. Also in the studio is Fred Schreiber (Fred The Elephant Boy, wack packer from The Howard Stern Radio show), who has Cactus booked on an upcoming Howard Stern show. Beloved PWS wack packer SKI calls in as well much to Cactus' dism...2023-03-302h 16
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is Episode 67 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original broadcasts of March 20th, 1993, which aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY and on WEVD AM in NYC.Guests include DDP - Diamond Dallas Page who calls in to the WNYG morning show as well as Demolition Ax! The WEVD show is filled with callers, commercials and more. I bring on the podcast, 80's Wrestling Con promoter Tommy Fierro, who discusses how we met 30 years ago, and talks about his upcoming convention, scheduled for New Jersey on Saturday May 6th, wh...2023-03-232h 15
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is Episode 66 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original broadcasts of March 13th, 1993, which aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY and on WEVD AM in NYC.The podcast focuses on the 200th show of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, and we cover the 30th anniversary of the murder of Canadian wrestler Dino Bravo. We bring on Donny Laible to discuss the murder, and his 2023 tribute of Bravo.Other guests from those March 13th, 1993 show include Pro Wrestling Torch publisher and editor Wade Keller, and Wrestling Flyer Newsletter Editor John Clark. We broadcast throu...2023-03-161h 57
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is Episode 65 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original broadcast of March 6th, 1993, which aired on WEVD AM in NYC.This is one of my favorite episodes EVER! Special guest this podcast is KONNAN, who reviews the episode from 30 years ago with us. Other guests on that March 6th, 1993 show include TERRY FUNK, and a surprise call in from THE HONKY TONK MAN! Honky gets blasted by Funk in (a SHOOT!) in a wild ending of the show. It is remarkable radio. There was no coverage of the PWTW show from...2023-03-091h 45
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is One of the most jam packed episodes since our inception! Episode 63 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the orginal broadcasts of February 20th, 1993, which aired on WNYG AM in Babylon NY and WEVD AM in NYC.Special guests on this podcast are Kevin Von Erich, of the legendary Von Erich family, discussing his brother Kerry and the family legacy, and referee James Beard, who was with World Class Champion Wrestling during the glory days of the promotion.This episode marks the return to WEVD in New York of Pro W...2023-02-232h 41
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 62 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering the original broadcast of February 13th, 1993.It is the 30th Anniversary of the firing of Bill Watts, and the big announcement that Pro Wrestling Spotlight will be returning to WEVD! Joining us on the podcast is Mark Madden, who discusses the fax he sent to Henry Aaron and other WCW executives that sealed the fate of Bill Watts with the company. Bill was interviewed by Wade Keller of the Pro Wrestling Torch for Keller's Torch annual in 1991. Watts statements in the interview were explosive wit...2023-02-162h 05
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightEric Bischoff, one of the true pioneers of modern day pro wrestling, appeared on the Pro Wrestling Spotlight for the first time on February 6th 1993, the week of some major changes in World Championship Wrestling. Eric spearheaded WCW’s television product from 1993-2001, he is a WWE Hall of Famer, he hosts a very popular Podcast 83 weeks on Conrad Thompson’s Ad Free Shows, has developed and produced several television programs, and currently has the #1 Best Selling Wrestling book in the Country “GRATEFUL”, a follow up to his first book Controversy Creates Cash. Eric joins us for this episo...2023-02-092h 45
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightOne of the episodes I am most proud of in the history of not only the podcast, but the entire history of Pro Wrestling Spotlight. On this episode we cover the 30th anniversary of the death of Andre The Giant, reviewing the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight from January 30th, 1993 which aired on 1440 AM - WNYG in Babylon NY. Joining me on the podcast to review that show is Jackie Bernard McCauley - the woman who with her late husband Frenchy Bernard, took care of Andre's ranch in Ellerbe, North Carolina and lived wit...2023-02-021h 42
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 59 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the January 23rd, 1993 PWS show. One of the weirdest shows to cover ever! 30 years ago John was in Philadelphia at the Legends of Wrestling convention, and Don Laible subs for him for the first 20 minutes, then John calls in from the convention, and we finish off with lots of Fred Blassie clips from the "I BITE THE SONGS" LP that Fred put out all those years ago!Host: John ArezziProducer and Creative Director: MarshPatreon Executive Producers: Anthony Pires an...2023-01-271h 57
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 58 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the radio show from January 16th, 1993. Patreon Executive Producer Joseph Holloway joins us on this episode.I begin the show by discussing the recent developments in the WWE, with Vince McMahon coming back to the company he founded, and the resignation of Stephanie McMahon from the company.The featured guests from 30 years ago include Paul E. Dangerously, coming on to defend and present his case, after being fired from WCW that week! The other guest is Cactus Jack, who comes on to discuss his recent bab...2023-01-192h 07
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 57 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the radio shows from January 2 and January 9th, 1993. Patreon Executive Producer Anthony Pires joins us on this episode.This is a DOUBLE episode - which is over 2 hours in length.The featured guests from 30 years ago include Wade Keller discussing what's ahead for wrestling and Vince McMahon in 1993 from the January 2 show, and Jesse The Body Ventura, who comes on to discuss his pending lawsuit with the WWF from the January 9th show. A comprehensive look at that conflict between Ventura and McMahon! Plus, Donny Laible...2023-01-122h 26
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightBob Smith and I review some of the biggest news stories from the tumultuous year that was 1992.Stories covered include the Scandals, Ric Flair winning the WWF title, Smokey Mountain Wrestling, Vince Russo, and more!Host - John ArezziCo-Host - Bob SmithProducer and Creative Director - MarshPatreon Executive Producers: Anthony Pires and Joseph HollowayJOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS PODCAST AND EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS OF HISTORY FROM THE ARCHIVES OF WRESTLING HISTORIAN AND CO-AUTHOR OF THE BEST SELLING BOOK MAT MEMORIES HERE:...2022-12-222h 01
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 55 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original episode that aired on WNYG as "Pro Wrestling This Week" on December 26th, 1992. This episode is the last show of 1992, and is a pre-recorded show, as I was at a personal appearance with Davey Boy Smith and Jim Neidhart. Dave Meltzer is the featured guest, as we look back at the very eventful year, and we take a look ahead to 1993. We have a Don Laible News Capsule as well.Host - John ArezziCo-Host Bob SmithProducer and Creative Director - Marsh...2022-12-021h 27
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 54 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original episode that aired on WNYG as "Pro Wrestling This Week" on December 19th, 1992. This episode takes a look back at PWS in part 1 of our year end review, with highlights featuring the Honky Tonk Man, Paul E Dangerously, Cactus Jack, Missy Hyatt and others. Don Laible's News Capsule, Phone calls, Christmas promos and more.Host - John ArezziCo-Host Bob SmithProducer and Creative Director - MarshPatreon Executive Producers: Joseph Holloway and Anthony PiresJOIN THE PATR...2022-11-181h 21
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 51 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering November 28th, 1992 originally airing on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY. This show is a special show, with lots of vintage clips, callers and special guests. It is the one year anniversary of the podcast with Bob Smith as co-host. The first half of the show discusses SURVIVOR SERIES 1992 with our callers. Then, to honor Bob Smith, we go back in time to show #33 which features Bob's first time ever appearance on PWS. Special guest was Paul E. Dangerously, and Bill Apter on that episode. We also highlight legendary caller "Joey f...2022-10-282h 14
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 50 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering November 21st, 1992 originally airing on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY. This show features a guest appearance from the legendary Captain Lou Albano, who called in from a personal appearance from Farmingdale Lanes on Long Island, where John booked him to appear for a listener's son's birthday party! John also brings on WNYG Radio Host, Micky B, who reminisces about the time he introduced Albano to a young singer named Cyndi Lauper in the early 80s. There are callers, commercials and more! Host - John ArezziCo-H...2022-10-211h 34
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to episode 48 of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, covering Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on November 7th, 1992 on 1440 AM - WNYG in Babylon NY. Guests included NJ Promoter Dennis Corralluzzo, callers and more! We hope you enjoy the new direction, and let us know in the comments section.This show is the FIRST show with the new upgrades, and formatting, and now also available on YouTube youtube.com/prowrestlingspotlight Guests included NJ Promoter Dennis Corralluzzo, callers and more!Co-Host: Bob SmithProducer and Creative Director: Jay FarrarP...2022-10-071h 24
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightHere is episode 46 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight podcast, covering Pro Wrestling This Week, which aired on 1440, WNYG AM in Babylon NY on October 10th, 1992.On this show, we feature the first EVER interview with TODD GORDON, who was just starting EASTERN CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING (ECW) on his new start up, his getting involved with wrestling backing Joel Goodhardt and their split up. A fascinating look back at what led to EXTREME CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING! Commercials, promo spots, callers and more! NOTE - The opening of the show begins after the first commercial break, and ends right before the...2022-09-151h 33
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 45 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the October 3rd, 1992 edition of Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, New York.We are joined by the one and only Paul E. Dangerously, who discusses his "vacation" from WCW (Bill Watts had sent him home), his upcoming charity event in NYC, and berates John for moving from WEVD back to WNYG. Classic Paul E!We also feature an interview that Donny Laible conducted with Killer Kowalski upon his return from Japan an...2022-08-261h 54
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 44 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the September 26th, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling This Week, which originally aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, New York.We settle back in to WNYG for our extended stay there for the remainder of 1992 with a great guest, the one and only TERRY FUNK! The Funker goes over everything he has going on in his career, including returning to the ring. He also discusses his views on the Bill Watts run WCW/NWA, and his desire to return there in an a...2022-08-192h 14
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 43 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the September 19th, 1992 editions of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which originally aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC, and the first Pro Wrestling This Week show, with our return to 1440 AM WNYGThe focus of both shows are the chaos that is becoming evident in the offices of the Bill Watts run WCW/NWA in 1992 and his attempts to renegotiate agreements with Brian Pillman, Rick Rude and others, trying to cut expenses. On the WNYG show, which aired the afternoon of S...2022-08-122h 01
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 42 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the September 12, 1992 edition of The Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which originally aired on 1050 AM WEVD in NYC.This show featured special guest Cactus Jack, who discusses his recent injury and fills the fans in on what is going on with him and WCW/NWA in the Bill Watts era. We feature the news capsule by Donny Laible, John explains why the Wrestling Insiders was no more, announces a new agreement with WNYG in Babylon NY, and takes some calls from the lis...2022-08-051h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 41 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the August 22nd, 1992 edition of The Wrestling Insiders, the 2nd and final program, of the short lived nationally syndicated show distributed by the Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) and carried by 1050 AM WEVD in NYC.This show featured special guest THE HONKY TONK MAN as the call in guest for the final Wrestling Insiders show. Honky pulls no punches when discussing why he left WWF, and discusses Vince McMahon and other topics. The News capsule by Donny Laible and lots of cal...2022-07-291h 55
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 40 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the August 15th, 1992 edition of The Wrestling Insiders, the debut of the short lived nationally syndicated show distributed by the Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) and carried by 1050 AM WEVD in NYC. This show featured Bruno Sammartino as the call in guest for the debut show. A myriad of technical issues are hammered out on the air, as well as a lot of strange national callers! It is a piece of history heard here for the first time ever! This sho...2022-07-222h 17
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 39 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the August 8th, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City. This is an explosive show - with John Arezzi responding to a false report on the Coach Kurt (Schneider) wrestling line, which said that Bruno Sammartino, and a number of advertised guests for the upcoming Weekend of Champions Wrestling convention, would not be there! John also responds to his view that Vince Russo had a hand in these false reports. John gets a...2022-07-151h 41
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 38 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the August 1st, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City. The show brings on mainstream reporter Jeff Savage from the San Diego Tribune who discusses his feature article for Penthouse magazine, covering the WWF Scandals. It leads to a hilarious discussion with Bob Smith and Jay Farrer listening to John describe his first attempt at buying a Penthouse magazine in 1969 (when he was 12!). Also on the show, John Clark from "The Wrestling Flyer" news...2022-07-081h 59
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 37 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review two episodes, including the July 18th and July 25th, 1992 editions of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City. The July 18th show covers new sex allegations and an update on the ring boy scandals in the WWF with guest Lee Cole. The July 25th show features Special Guest, former WWF Women's Champion Wendy Richter, and Wade Keller of the Pro Wrestling Torch. We also discuss the current Vince McMahon problems in the WWE.Co-Ho...2022-07-012h 09
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 36 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we review the July 11th, 1992 edition of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, broadcast from the studios of WEVD AM in New York City with special in studio guest, Japanese reporter and legend Fumi Siato. The show covers the death of Nature Boy Buddy Rogers with a phone interview with Bobby Davis (who was Buddy's manager and lifelong friend). After the tribute Fumi and The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer discuss predictions for the 1992 GREAT AMERICAN BASH. Listener calls and more are featured.Co-Host: Bob SmithSh...2022-06-241h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 35 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!We cover the June 20th, 1992 edition of Pro Wrestling Spotlight, the night of the WCW Beach Blast PPV from Mobile, Alabama. That main event featured a falls count anywhere match between Sting and Cactus Jack. Cactus surprises us and calls in after his match!Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter also joins us and takes calls from our listeners. Co-Host: Bob SmithShow Editor: Jay FarrarPatreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest, Anthony Pires and Joseph HollowayCopyri...2022-06-172h 06
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 34 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!This show covers the live remote from the world famous sports bar and "Gentlemen's Club" SCORES in New York City. In front of the PWS fans, John Arezzi welcomes WCW's Missy Hyatt, her boyfriend from the hit TV Show "The Wonder Years", Jason Hervey, wrestling reporter Alex Marvez, and Sean "The Lightning Kid" Waltman! It is one of the wildest shows in the history of the show! Missy is off the rails throughout the show, with Jason adding to the chaos! Sean hears about the death of...2022-06-101h 34
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 33 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we cover the June 7th 1992 show, which originally aired on 1050 WEVD AM in NYC. Alex Marvez of the Miami Herald in our in studio guest, and Cactus Jack joins us on his birthday! Lots of phone calls from the listeners round out a truly entertaining episode!Co-Host: Bob SmithShow Editor: Jay FarrarPatreon Executive Producer: Jeremy PriestCopyright 2022: Mat Memories, LLCJOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS PODCAST AND EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS...2022-06-031h 49
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 32 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we cover the May 31st, 1992 show, which originally aired on 1050 WEVD AM in NYC. Jim Ross from WCW is the featured guest on the show, giving his opinions of Bill Watts hiring as head of creative for the company, the new rule changes in the company under Watts, and takes calls from the listeners. A great episode with one of the prominent figures in the business at that time (and still is today). Host: John ArezziCo-Host: Bob SmithTime Capsule...2022-05-271h 32
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to Episode 31 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast!On this episode we cover the May 17th, 1992 show, which originally aired on 1050 WEVD AM in NYC. We cover the WCW Wrestle War show from earlier that evening, with Dave Meltzer and Wade Keller. Lots of calls, and new sponsors! We also go over the hiring of Bill Watts - after Kip Frey was let go.Host: John ArezziCo-Host: Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleShow Editor: Jay FarrarPatreon Executive Producer: Jeremy PriestCopyri...2022-05-201h 39
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 30th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the original broadcast which aired on Sunday May 10th, 1992. John is back at the WEVD Studios and is joined for the entire hour by WCW's THE Z MAN, TOM ZENK. Tom is featured in a very honest interview, which covers everything from the scandals of the WWF, to his leaving the organization, and WCW under Kip Fyre (who ironically gets fired two days after this interview takes place. Lots of callers, including the FIRST EVER call from Mike Johnson (Mike from College Point). One of the...2022-05-131h 55
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightSince the Pro Wrestling Spotlight DID NOT AIR the week of May 3rd 1992- we are doing another BACK TO THE FUTURE look forward!We return to the regular format with the May 10, 1992 show!HERE IS THE 2nd OF the BACK TO THE FUTURE SHOWS - THIS ONE WITH SPECIAL GUESTS - DENNIS CORALUZZO, PAUL HEYMAN, AND SHANE DOUGLASThis show focused on the ECW Screw-job of the NWA that took place at the ECW Arena! An explosive show!THIS SHOW ORIGINALLY AIRED ON 1240 AM - WGBB on September 4, 1994Host...2022-05-062h 06
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightSince the Pro Wrestling Spotlight DID NOT AIR the weeks of April 26th and May 3rd - we are doing two episodes featuring a BACK TO THE FUTURE look forward! We return to the regular format with the May 10, 1992 show!HERE IS THE FIRST OF THOSE TWO BACK TO THE FUTURE SHOWS - THIS ONE WITH SPECIAL GUEST THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR! THIS SHOW ORIGINALLY AIRED ON WEVD AM ON FEBRUARY 27TH, 1993Something to listen for -caller Brian from Long Beach (believed to be Brian Last!)Host: John ArezziCo...2022-04-281h 06
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 27th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the original broadcast which aired on Sunday April 19th, 1992. John is back at the WEVD Studios on Easter Sunday 1992, and is joined for the entire hour by the one and only PAUL HEYMAN (PAUL E. DANGEROUSLY)! Paul discusses is new contract extension and his formation of the hot WCW faction - THE DANGEROUS ALLIANCE. Many callers are featured on this show, and Paul is at his obnoxious best throughout the broadcast! Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny Laible2022-04-221h 38
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 26th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the LIVE remote from the Press Box Cafe in Brooklyn, NY which took place on Sunday April 12th, 1992. Joining John at the Press Box was special guest from WCW, Johnny B. Badd. Other notables there included the World Famous Power Twins, and Skull Von Kruss, along with a packed house of Arezzi fans! Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleShow Editor: Jay FarrarPatreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest Copyright 2022: Mat Memorie...2022-04-151h 16
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 26th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the LIVE remote from the Press Box Cafe in Brooklyn, NY which took place on Sunday April 12th, 1992. Joining John at the Press Box was special guest from WCW, Johnny B. Badd. Other notables there included the World Famous Power Twins, and Skull Von Kruss, along with a packed house of Arezzi fans!
Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith
Time Capsule with Donny Laible
Show Editor: Jay Farrar
Patreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest
Copyright 2022: Mat Memorie...2022-04-151h 11John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 25th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers WrestleMania VIII with Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer, Wade Keller of the Pro Wrestling Torch and Mat Watch's Steve Beverly. Also we continue to cover the Russo Arezzi breakup between partners Vince Russo and John Arezzi.
Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith
Time Capsule with Donny Laible
Producer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson
Patreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest & Matt Walsh
Copyright 2022: Mat Memories, LLC
JOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS PODCAST AND EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS...2022-04-081h 04
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 25th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers WrestleMania VIII with Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer, Wade Keller of the Pro Wrestling Torch and Mat Watch's Steve Beverly. Also we continue to cover the Russo Arezzi breakup between partners Vince Russo and John Arezzi. Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleProducer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" RobertsonPatreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest & Matt WalshCopyright 2022: Mat Memories, LLCJOIN THE PATREON PAGE FOR THIS PODCAST AND EXPERIENCE 50 YEARS...2022-04-081h 09John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 24th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the breakup between partners Vince Russo and John Arezzi. John with Bob Smith and Donny Laible go over the events leading up to this very public split. One of the toughest weeks in the career of John Arezzi as it relates to pro wrestling.
Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith
Time Capsule with Donny Laible
Producer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson
Creative Director: Marsh
Patreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest & Matt Walsh
Copyright 2022: Mat...2022-04-011h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 24th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode covers the breakup between partners Vince Russo and John Arezzi. John with Bob Smith and Donny Laible go over the events leading up to this very public split. One of the toughest weeks in the career of John Arezzi as it relates to pro wrestling.Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleProducer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" RobertsonCreative Director: MarshPatreon Executive Producers: Jeremy Priest & Matt WalshCopyright 2022: Mat...2022-04-011h 58
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 23rd episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode features in studio appearances by WCW Ring Announcer Gary Michael Cappetta and Mike Omansky from World Wide Entertainment Marketing. Also call in guests from WCW, Johnny B. Badd and Marcus Alexander Bagwell. Lots of callers and more! It is the last week that John Arezzi and Vince Russo are partners, and the closing music to end the show is a bit ironic!Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleProducer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson2022-03-251h 36John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 23rd episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode features in studio appearances by WCW Ring Announcer Gary Michael Cappetta and Mike Omansky from World Wide Entertainment Marketing. Also call in guests from WCW, Johnny B. Badd and Marcus Alexander Bagwell. Lots of callers and more! It is the last week that John Arezzi and Vince Russo are partners, and the closing music to end the show is a bit ironic!
Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob Smith
Time Capsule with Donny Laible
Producer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson
...2022-03-251h 30
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 22nd episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will not be for everyone, so those who might be offended by the contents should not listen. We cover the 2 hour Pro Wrestling Spotlight broadcast of March 15th, 1992, which aired on 1510 AM WEVD. It covers the Sex Scandals unfolding in the WWF, and the episode reviews the show which took place the night before the Phil Donahue show.In studio guests include: Superstar Billy Graham, Barry Orton, and Dave Meltzer. Phone guests include: Billy Jack Haynes, Bruno Sammartino, Lord Littlebrook and the Karate Kid. A...2022-03-152h 17John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 21st episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will feature a deep dive into the Origin of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight with Co-Host Bob Smith and the one man wrestling encyclopedia, Don Laible! We cover the pro wrestling radio scene before the PWS - and the lighting of the spark that motivated John Arezzi to begin the show. We take you through the college days with some amazing vintage clips from 1975-76 on the original PWS from Grahm Jr. College in Boston. We then go to 1985 to discuss the one show run of PWS...2022-03-112h 35
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 21st episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will feature a deep dive into the Origin of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight with Co-Host Bob Smith and the one man wrestling encyclopedia, Don Laible! We cover the pro wrestling radio scene before the PWS - and the lighting of the spark that motivated John Arezzi to begin the show. We take you through the college days with some amazing vintage clips from 1975-76 on the original PWS from Grahm Jr. College in Boston. We then go to 1985 to discuss the one show run of PWS...2022-03-112h 41
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 20th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode We cover the February 23rd, 1992 Pro Wrestling Spotlight Live WEVD AM Remote, from the Press Box Cafe in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY with Cactus Jack. Other performers there are The Power Twins, and Skull Von Krush. Special guest, Mick Foley joins us to review this episode with Bob Smith, Don Laible and Alex Robertson. Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleProducer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" RobertsonCreative Director: MarshPatreon Execu...2022-03-041h 19
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 19th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will break our regular format - as we welcome special guest MICK FOLEY. We cover several appearances by Mick, as CACTUS JACK from his first appearance on the Spotlight, beginning in September, 1989 and running through January 12th, 1992 on WEVD. Mick hears these clips for the very first time and analyzes them with Bob Smith, Don Laible and John.September 17th, 1989 - Cactus Jack "Manson" is introduced to the listeners on his debut appearance!January 7 1990 - CLIP - Cactus gets into it with...2022-02-251h 27
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 18th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on February 16th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY.This week we begin the podcast with an update on John Arezzi's ongoing battle with Covid 19 with Co-Host Bob Smith, Don Laible and Alex Robertson. Then we get into the look back at February 16th, 1992. Special featured guest was, the new executive in charge of WCW, Kip Frey, Kip is very transparent with his answers to some hard hitting questions, and his vi...2022-02-181h 37
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 17th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on February 9th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY.Guests joining us include the one and only JIM CORNETTE, to discuss the release of the Best of The Midnight Express video tape, and answers questions from the PWS listeners. Don Laible has the news capsule.John, Bob, Alex and Don also discuss John's life as a promoter back in the 1990s, and a decision regarding Weekend of Champions 2022.2022-02-101h 59
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 16th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on February 2nd, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY.Our guest for the entire hour is JESSE THE BODY VENTURA, to discuss a wide variety of topics, including his going to WCW, Steroids, and much more. Jesse also answers the listeners many questions. A great episode!Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithTime Capsule with Donny LaibleProducer and Show Editor: Alex "A-Rob" Robertson...2022-02-031h 59
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 15th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 26th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY.A show which will be a little different! We go off topic for the first part of the show - when Author and head of Slam Wrestling, Greg Oliver joins us! Then Bob Smith, Donny Laible and John review the WEVD broadcast from January 1992. Donny Laible is in the studio back then with Mike Omansky, long time friend and at the time, H...2022-01-282h 05
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 14th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 19th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY.Bob Smith, Donny Laible and John review the 3rd show on WEVD, and there is lot here! We begin with the news coverage of the 1992 Royal Rumble, won by the Nature Boy Ric Flair with a very cool open to the show. It is also headlined by the breaking news that Joel Goodhart goes out of business, canceling the January 25th...2022-01-211h 53
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 13th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 12th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY. The 2nd show on WEVD features a follow up to the explosive debut from the previous week! Special guests include NY Post columnist, Phil Mushnick, who appears to discuss his coverage of the WWF Steroid Scandals, and his column from January 10th, 1992, which covered the appearance on PWS with Superstar Billy Graham and Dr. D David Shultz! Dave Meltzer from the Wre...2022-01-141h 55
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 12th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on January 5th, 1992, on 1050 AM WEVD in New York, NY.On this episode 12 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from January 5th, 1992, which is the debut of the show on the 50,000 WATT AM Powerhouse in New York City, WEVD AM! And the debut is an explosive one! We kick off the show at the new station with the most explosive program in t...2022-01-071h 49
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 11th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 8th, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY.On this episode 11 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from December 29th, 1991, which will be the last broadcast on 1240 AM WGBB! The show has a cliff hanger ending, with the audience (and me!) not knowing if new executive producer VINCE RUSSO and I we will be back on WGBB in January 1992, or...2021-12-312h 01
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 10th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 22nd, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY.On this episode that I call "Christmas Chaos", its a wild PWS with in studio Co-Host Cactus Jack. We welcome Missy Hyatt and her then boyfriend, actor and star of the hit TV show, THE WONDER YEARS, Jason Hervey for some Holiday cheer. Missy shoots on Madusa and Eddie Gilbert and it gets a little out of control. Also - caller...2021-12-241h 55
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to a very special BONUS episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcasts of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, covering the original Christmas episodes from December 17th, 1989, which aired on 1440 AM WNYG in Babylon, NY, and from December 23rd, 1990 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY.On this show: A live remote from 1989 at the West End Cafe in Hicksville, NY with John, Sonny Blaze, The Power Twins, and arriving late - and taking over the show - Paul E, Dangerously! Then we air the 1990 episode with Co-Host Cactus Jack...2021-12-222h 44John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 9th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 15th, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY.
On this episode 9 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from December 15th, 1991! Bob Smith, Don Laible, Alex Robertson and John return for another jam packed show,
John brings on Matwatch’s Steve Beverly, a frequent guest on the show, who explains why he’s bringing his newsletter to an end. They al...2021-12-172h 03
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 9th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 15th, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY.On this episode 9 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from December 15th, 1991! Bob Smith, Don Laible, Alex Robertson and John return for another jam packed show, John brings on Matwatch’s Steve Beverly, a frequent guest on the show, who explains why he’s bringing his newsletter to an end. They al...2021-12-172h 10John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 8th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 8th, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY.
On this episode 8 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from December 8th, 1991, covering the Undertaker/Hogan rematch during a PPV called “Tuesday in Texas”! Hulk Hogan took the Undertaker’s urn and tossed the contents into Undertaker’s eyes before pinning him – but then-WWF president Jack Tunney stripped Hogan of the title afterwards...2021-12-101h 59
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 8th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 8th, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY. On this episode 8 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, we review the original episode of the PWS from December 8th, 1991, covering the Undertaker/Hogan rematch during a PPV called “Tuesday in Texas”! Hulk Hogan took the Undertaker’s urn and tossed the contents into Undertaker’s eyes before pinning him – but then-WWF president Jack Tunney stripped Hogan of the title afterwards...2021-12-102h 05John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 7th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 1st, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY. This episode features the announcement that video store owner, Vince Russo has become John's partner and executive producer of the show! We bring Vince Russo on to discuss those days, and the reasons his partnership with John was doomed to fail right from the start! We also introduce Don Laible, who becomes a new weekly contributor to the show, going over the news...2021-12-032h 16
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 7th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover the original broadcast of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight, which aired on December 1st, 1991 on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon, NY. This episode features the announcement that video store owner, Vince Russo has become John's partner and executive producer of the show! We bring Vince Russo on to discuss those days, and the reasons his partnership with John was doomed to fail right from the start! We also introduce Don Laible, who becomes a new weekly contributor to the show, going over the news...2021-12-032h 22John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 6th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover some of the "lost" episodes that were not covered after PWS left the Arcadian Vanguard Network from the Spring of 1991! We feature the aftermath of the events on April 26th, 1991, when Cactus Jack dropped the big elbow on host John Arezzi at an indy show on Long Island. Cactus and Paul E. Dangerously appear on PWS to address what happened - and it is hilarious! Terry Funk makes an extended appearance on the show, with non other than Herb Abrams! Jim Cornette also...2021-11-253h 30
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 6th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover some of the "lost" episodes that were not covered after PWS left the Arcadian Vanguard Network from the Spring of 1991! We feature the aftermath of the events on April 26th, 1991, when Cactus Jack dropped the big elbow on host John Arezzi at an indy show on Long Island. Cactus and Paul E. Dangerously appear on PWS to address what happened - and it is hilarious! Terry Funk makes an extended appearance on the show, with non other than Herb Abrams! Jim Cornette also...2021-11-253h 36
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 5th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! This episode will cover November, 1991. Featured guests include the Taskmaster, Kevin Sullivan. Kevin talks WCW with us and takes calls from our listeners. We are also joined by Miami Herald reporter, Alex Marvez (now with AEW and also works covering the NFL). We also feature Joel Goodhart from the Tri State Wrestling Alliance, who begins promoting his January 25th, 1992 card featuring Nature Boy Buddy Landell against Nature Boy Buddy Rogers. Both Landell and Rogers come on to discuss that match (which never took place due to Goodhart...2021-11-192h 23
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 4th episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! An explosive show that made headlines back in 1991 with our coverage of the Paul E. Dangerously suspension from World Championship Wrestling. Hot Stuff Eddie Gilbert goes wild on those developments, and his opinion of WCW. We cover the Paul E. press conference from the China Club in New York City, and his threats to sue WCW over the suspension. It is also the month when Ric Flair, who recently entered the WWF, faced off against Hulk Hogan for the first time. We discuss that with Dave Meltzer...2021-11-122h 38
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 3rd episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast! A jam packed show features some truly historic moments, and coverage of Pro Wrestling from the original PWS Radio Show first broadcast on 1240 AM WGBB in September 1991. Highlights include an in-studio appearance by Cactus Jack, and making his first appearance on the show, the Mayor of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota - Jesse The Body Ventura. This episode also looks back and the one and only appearance on Pro Wrestling Spotlight by the one and only FRED BLASSIE. Hosts: John Arezzi & Bob SmithProducer and...2021-11-052h 21
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightThis blockbuster episode of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight takes a deep dive into the scandal that rocked wrestling in 1991, the arrest, trial, and conviction of Dr. George Zahorian, and the aftermath! From John and Dave Meltzer breaking the story nationally on the Pro Wrestling Spotlight Radio Show on June 9th, to John's coverage of the trial in Harrisburg, PA - you will hear all the coverage on this week's podcast. There is also audio of the Vince McMahon press conference from New York City in July of 1991. Guests of this episode are Evan Husney, co-creator and Executive Producer...2021-10-293h 40
John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightJohn Arezzi's Pro Wrestling SpotlightWelcome to the 1st episode of the new John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast. This episode will focus on the 1991 Weekend of Champions wrestling fans convention, promoted by John Arezzi in Queens NY. John and co-host Bob Smith look back at the original episodes of the Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio shows, leading up to that event. Interviews with wrestling legends Lou Thesz and Buddy Rogers highlight the show, with another segment on Ric Flair. We also bring on Frank Patz Batista, who sat with Flair during his two day appearance at the convention, and who took the historic photo...2021-10-251h 57