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Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 49: Remembering The Hulkster (Part 1)In this episode of Secrets of Nitro, Neal reflects on his close working relationship with Hulk Hogan at WCW, Hogan's famous heel turn at Bash at the Beach '96, and more. Part 2 coming soon! ENDING SOON ON KICKSTARTER: THE HULK HOGAN STORY! On the morning of July 24, 2025, the most famous professional wrestler in history – Terry 'Hulk Hogan' Bollea – passed away in Clearwater, Florida. Within days, I started to receive correspondence from readers who asked if I would consider writing a biography on the 'Immortal One' himself. This was somewhat serendipitous because without much fanfare, I had alr...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin SPECIAL UPDATE: THE HULK HOGAN STORYJUST LAUNCHED ON KICKSTARTER: THE HULK HOGAN STORY! On the morning of July 24, 2025, the most famous professional wrestler in history – Terry 'Hulk Hogan' Bollea – passed away in Clearwater, Florida. Within days, I started to receive correspondence from readers who asked if I would consider writing a biography on the 'Immortal One' himself. This was somewhat serendipitous because without much fanfare, I had already initiated such a project! In the wake of Bollea's death, however, it became clear to me that my untitled book – tentatively known as The Hulk Hogan Story – couldn't be adequately confined to a single vol...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin BEYOND NITRO: The Audio Book is now available!BEYOND NITRO: Untold Stories from the WCW era...is now available in AUDIO format! Order NOW -> https://guyevansbooks.com/products/beyond-nitro-untold-stories-from-the-wcw-era-audiobook Synopsis Bestselling author Guy Evans ('NITRO') returns with a monumental 680-page volume on World Championship Wrestling, bringing to light scores of revelatory insights in the process. Informed by over 100 new interviews, hundreds of internal company documents, confidential corporate materials, and never-before-seen financial records, BEYOND NITRO goes to places that no pro wrestling book has! BEYOND NITRO is divided into three parts, as outlined below: Part 1: Untold Stories – a se...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 48: Turning The Tables (Part 2) - Talkin' BEYOND NITRO Recorded: 5/22/25 Neal and Guy return with Part 2 of their discussion about the new book 'BEYOND NITRO' - available now at Amazon and GuyEvansBooks.com! In this episode, Neal and Guy also discuss some of the changes that occurred in the wrestling business since the days of WCW, including the notable shift in the presentation of mainstream wrestling and, similarly, some of the changes in the underlying psychology of today's wrestling. So sit back, relax, and enjoy another great episode of Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro! BOOK INFO BEYOND NITRO: Untold Stori...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 47: Turning The Tables (Part 1) - Talkin' BEYOND NITRORecorded: 5/22/25 Neal and Guy return with an awesome discussion about the new book 'BEYOND NITRO' - available now at Amazon and GuyEvansBooks.com! This is Part 1...enjoy! BOOK INFO BEYOND NITRO: Untold Stories from the WCW era is now available! Order NOW -> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6S2PJNF SynopsisBestselling author Guy Evans ('NITRO') returns with a monumental 680-page volume on World Championship Wrestling, bringing to light scores of revelatory insights in the process. Informed by over 100 new interviews, hundreds of internal company documents, con...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 46: Who Killed WCW? (Episodes 3 and 4 with special guest Scott Lansing)*Recorded in late 2024* Originally recorded last year - and now released for the first time - Neal and Guy are joined by Scott Lansing, the visionary who captured the iconic footage from the last Monday Nitro! As part of this fascinating conversation, Neal and Scott also share their thoughts on the conclusion of the Who Killed WCW? series. Enjoy! BOOK INFO BEYOND NITRO: Untold Stories from the WCW era is now available! Order NOW -> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6S2PJNF SynopsisBestselling autho...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin NEW BOOK (BEYOND NITRO) now available!BEYOND NITRO: Untold Stories from the WCW era is now available! Order NOW -> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6S2PJNF SynopsisBestselling author Guy Evans ('NITRO') returns with a monumental 680-page volume on World Championship Wrestling, bringing to light scores of revelatory insights in the process. Informed by over 100 new interviews, hundreds of internal company documents, confidential corporate materials, and never-before-seen financial records, BEYOND NITRO goes to places that no pro wrestling book has! For more -> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6S2PJNF

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 45: Who Killed WCW? (Episode 2)Neal and Guy talk Episode 2 of VICE's Who Killed WCW? series! BOOK INFO SITTING RINGSIDE, VOLUME 1: WCW DavidPenzerBook.com SYNOPSIS From 1995 to 2001, Ted Turner's World Championship Wrestling (WCW) famously battled Vince McMahon's World Wrestling Federation (WWF) for Monday night ratings supremacy. While on the WCW side, numerous autobiographical accounts have been written of the time period, relatively few participants witnessed the 'War' in its entirety. As the unmistakable 'voice of WCW' and its long-time ring announcer, David Penzer was featured on every episode of Monday Nitro and Thunder - the only o...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 44: Who Killed WCW? (Episode 1)Neal and Guy are back to discuss Episode 1 of VICE's Who Killed WCW? series! BOOK INFO SITTING RINGSIDE, VOLUME 1: WCW DavidPenzerBook.com SYNOPSIS From 1995 to 2001, Ted Turner's World Championship Wrestling (WCW) famously battled Vince McMahon's World Wrestling Federation (WWF) for Monday night ratings supremacy. While on the WCW side, numerous autobiographical accounts have been written of the time period, relatively few participants witnessed the 'War' in its entirety. As the unmistakable 'voice of WCW' and its long-time ring announcer, David Penzer was featured on every episode of Monday Nitro and Thun...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 43: Secrets of Nitro returns!Episode 43: Secrets of Nitro returns! After a four-and-a-half year hiatus (!), Neal and Guy return to the airwaves for Episode 43, discussing some old stories, the upcoming WCW series on VICE, and Guy's new book with David Penzer. Enjoy! BOOK INFO SITTING RINGSIDE, VOLUME 1: WCW DavidPenzerBook.com SYNOPSIS From 1995 to 2001, Ted Turner's World Championship Wrestling (WCW) famously battled Vince McMahon's World Wrestling Federation (WWF) for Monday night ratings supremacy. While on the WCW side, numerous autobiographical accounts have been written of the time period, relatively few participants witnessed the 'War' i...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin A Secrets of Nitro updateA Secrets of Nitro update, including information on a new book from Guy Evans! BOOK INFO SITTING RINGSIDE, VOLUME 1: WCW DavidPenzerBook.com SYNOPSIS From 1995 to 2001, Ted Turner's World Championship Wrestling (WCW) famously battled Vince McMahon's World Wrestling Federation (WWF) for Monday night ratings supremacy. While on the WCW side, numerous autobiographical accounts have been written of the time period, relatively few participants witnessed the 'War' in its entirety. As the unmistakable 'voice of WCW' and its long-time ring announcer, David Penzer was featured on every episode of Monday Nitro and Thun...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin NEW GUY EVANS AND ERIC BISCHOFF BOOK OUT NOW!Produced in partnership with NITRO author Guy Evans, Grateful covers Eric Bischoff's post 2006-career, including his WWE return, AEW involvement, TNA experience and much more. Explore the unlikely journey that culminated in Bischoff's surprise induction into the WWE Hall of Fame! "If you had asked me in 2006 what the next 15 years of my life would look like, it would be nothing like what ultimately transpired." – Eric Bischoff Amazon USA: Amazon.com: Grateful eBook : Bischoff, Eric, Evans, Guy: Books Amazon UK: Grateful eBook : Bischoff, Eric, Evans, Guy: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store A...

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Foundation Radio Guy Evans, Author of "NITRO"Guy Evans, author of Nitro: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW, stops by the program today! Adam and Guy discuss the book, the causes for the collapse of WCW, its eventual purchase by WWE, why David Arquette winning the WCW World Heavyweight Championship was a worse creative decision than the infamous Bash at the Beach 2000 incident, and why WCW was destined to fail. All of this, plus Adam comparing Vince Russo to Conan O'Brien, today on Foundation Radio!Be sure to pick up a copy of the book at WCWNitroBook.com, soon available for pre-order...

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Duke Loves Rasslin Author Guy Evans & Panera Bread's Stephanie Layou: Duke Loves Rasslin Week 203Panera Bread General Manager Stephanie Layou joins the show this week to provide an in-depth look into how a National Restaurant chain has adapted to the challenges #Covid19 has presented the entire world. In this exclusive interview, listen as GM Stephanie details the delicious offerings available on the #PaneraBread "Limited Menu" including what she personally and her kids enjoy the most, plus some excellent strategies that GM Stephanie's #Quincy #Massachusetts #PaneraBread location have adopted to help maintain their commitment to customer service excellence. In such uncertain times #PaneraBread in their own way are doing what they can to provide a...

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Suds and Squared Circle Media Guy Evans Joins the ShowGuy Evans, author of Nitro: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner’s WCW, joins me for a great conversation. We talk about the book, and the process of getting the book done, his podcast with Neal Pruitt, and possible other projects for him. Follow Guy on Twitter at @WCWNITROBOOK. You can buy Nitro at Amazon or wcwnitrobook.com. Follow Vinnie Apicella on Twitter: @VApicellaSWE Follow Sportswire Audio Network on Twitter: @SportswireAudio Follow Sportswire Audio Network on Instagram: @SportswireAudio Email Sportswire Audio Network: sportswireaudio@gmail.com www.sportswireaudio.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin NITRO: The Audio Book is now available!NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW...is now available in AUDIO format! Order NOW -> https://wcwnitrobook.com/item/nitro-the-incredible-rise-and-inevitable-collapse-of-ted-turners-wcw-audio-book REVIEWS: "The most definitive, well written and thoroughly researched book on the rise and fall of WCW." --Eric Bischoff, former WCW President "This is - without question - the very best book ever written on professional wrestling." --Conrad Thompson "Well written and captivating...a fresh take on [the] time period." --Chris Harrington, AEW Vice-President of Business Strategy "I consider...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 42: Directing Ted TurnerAs promised, Secrets of Nitro returns with Episode 42: Directing Ted Turner!!! -> Don't forget to order NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com or Amazon.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 41: A Tale of Two CompaniesIn Episode 41 of Secrets of WCW Nitro, Neal discusses his impressions of both a recent WWE show, and AEW's 'Double or Nothing' event. Enjoy! -> Don't forget to order NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com or Amazon.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: s...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin From the Vault: Sean Waltman Interview (Starrcast 1)Special bonus for Secrets of Nitro listeners...here is Neal's interview with Sean Waltman, recorded during 'Starrcast 1' in Chicago. Enjoy! -> Don't forget to order NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com or Amazon.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 40: More Listener Questions...and Answers!We are back with answers to more of your questions! Neal talks about the wrestling media, rushing segments to air, why WCW was such a "mess" in terms of music, and much more...enjoy! -> Don't forget to order NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com or Amazon.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @sec...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 39: The Voice of the nWo returns!After eight long months, Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro returns! In this long-awaited comeback episode, Neal answers YOUR questions...and also discusses meeting Guy in Chicago, the upcoming Starrcast convention in Las Vegas, attending Ric Flair's 70th Birthday party, and much, much more. Enjoy! -> Don't forget to order NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com or Amazon.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/mu...

2019-05-061h 01

The Monumental Podcast 45: Guy Evans' Nitro, an In-Depth ReviewHave you heard about the Nitro book everyone is talking about? Well, some people are talking about. You may have heard it's incredibly well researched and better than the Death of WCW. Is it? We'll go into the good, bad and ugly of the book. Who is it for? What does it get right, what does it get wrong? Join us for almost 90 minutes of analysis of the most significant wrestling book of 2018!For more information on the book or to buy it, visit the official site: https://wcwnitrobook.com/item/nitro-the-incredible-rise-and-inevitable-collapse-of-ted-turners-wcw-paperback

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Secrets of Nitro is coming to Starrcast!Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro will be at the Starrcast convention this weekend! Listen for more details and get in touch if you'd like to meet up: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 38: NITRO reviewed!In a very special episode of Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro, Neal and Guy discuss the making of NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW! ORDER THE BOOK NOW AT www.wcwnitrobook.com and Amazon.com! 175,000+ words, 56 chapters, and more new info than you'll believe! Paperback: https://wcwnitrobook.com/item/nitro-the-incredible-rise-and-inevitable-collapse-of-ted-turners-wcw-paperback E-book: https://wcwnitrobook.com/item/nitro-the-incredible-rise-and-inevitable-collapse-of-ted-turners-wcw-e-book Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/NITRO-Incredible-Inevitable-Collapse-Turners/dp/0692139176/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Synopsis In April 1999, Entertainment Weekly asked its readers...

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20 Years of Nitro Episode 53.75 - Interview With 'Nitro' Author Guy EvansTim sits down for a one on one interview with Guy Evans, the author of 'Nitro: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW' a riveting new book that explores WCW from 1995-2001. We talk about the writing process, what revelations surprised Guy, and how he built relationships with his sources. Be sure and check the book out at: www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin NITRO IS HERE!THE WAIT IS OVER! NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW is here!!! 175,000+ words, 56 chapters, and more new info than you'll believe! Paperback: https://wcwnitrobook.com/item/nitro-the-incredible-rise-and-inevitable-collapse-of-ted-turners-wcw-paperback E-book: https://wcwnitrobook.com/item/nitro-the-incredible-rise-and-inevitable-collapse-of-ted-turners-wcw-e-book Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/NITRO-Incredible-Inevitable-Collapse-Turners/dp/0692139176/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Synopsis In April 1999, Entertainment Weekly asked its readers what many Americans were surely wondering to themselves: how did wrestling get so big? As a consequence of the heated ratings competition...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 37: Follow The Money (Part 2)A tremendous continuation from last week's show!! -> Don't forget to order NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 36: Follow The MoneyNeal speaks with the "Money Man" of Turner Broadcasting in our latest episode! -> Don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Tony Schiavone Interview (Aired 10/23/17)ICYMI: Neal sat down with the great Tony Schiavone in October, and what resulted was a fascinating 50-minute interview! We'll be back with an original episode next week, right here on Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro! -> Don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secr...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 35: Gary Michael Cappetta Interview (Part 2)Gary Michael Cappetta - The World's Most Dangerous Announcer - returns to talk Cactus Jack losing his ear (!), working with El Gigante, his stage show, advice for young wrestlers, and more! Check it out and enjoy! -> Don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 34: Gary Michael Cappetta Interview (Part 1)Gary Michael Cappetta - The World's Most Dangerous Announcer - joins Neal this week on Secrets of Nitro! Topics include working with Gorilla Monsoon, idolizing Bruno Sammartino, WCW memories and more! -> Don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/s...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 33: "The Assassin" Jody Hamilton Interview (Part 2)"The Assassin" Jody Hamilton returns to discuss his working relationship with Neal, Deep South Championship Wrestling, advice for young wrestlers, adventures in Japan, and more! -> Don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 32: "The Assassin" Jody Hamilton Interview (Part 1)The man, the myth, the legend! "The Assassin" Jody Hamilton - wrestler, promoter and trainer for over five decades - joins Secrets of Nitro for a rare interview. Sit back and learn from a true icon of the sport! Also, don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su T...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 31: Nigel Sherrod talks The Fabulous Moolah controversy and moreNeal catches up with Nigel Sherrod, formerly of Deep South Wrestling, a WWE developmental territory. In a wide-ranging talk, Nigel talks about his work refuting The Fabulous Moolah controversy, his time working with Neal, Lucha Libre, and much more! Enjoy! Also, don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 30: Mark Jindrak aka Marco Corleone Interview (Part 2)Mark Jindrak - aka Marco Corleone - returns to talk his time in OVW, working for CMLL, acting on Mexican television, and much more! Enjoy! Also, don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 29: Mark Jindrak aka Marco Corleone Interview (Part 1)This week: Mark Jindrak - aka Marco Corleone - joins Neal to talk early his WCW memories, training at the Power Plant, learning the business, and much more! An awesome listen! Also, don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/s...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 28: Diamond Dallas Page InterviewThis week on Secrets, Neal is joined by Diamond Dallas Page for an inspirational interview! Page discusses his early life, relationship with family, initial attempts to break into wrestling, and more in a 45-minute talk. Enjoy! Also, don't forget to preorder NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com NOW! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 27: Retro Audio - The Final WCW Live! (Part 2)This one gets emotional, folks. As promised last week, this is Part 2 (the post-show) of WCW Live! in Panama City, minutes after Nitro went off the air - forever. An extremely rare broadcast featuring Jeremy Borash, Bob Ryder, and a cavalcade of other guests. Enjoy... Next week: Neal speaks with Diamond Dallas Page! Guy also discusses his upcoming book NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. You can pre-order NOW at www.wcwnitrobook.com Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Sub...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 26: Retro Audio - The Final WCW Live! (Part 1)With the anniversary of the last Nitro approaching, we decided to open up the audio vault this week. This is an extremely rare part of WCW history - the final WCW Live! broadcast with Jeremy Borash and Bob Ryder. This was recorded backstage in Panama City on March 26th, 2001. Check back next week for Part 2. Guy also discusses his upcoming book NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW. You can pre-order NOW at www.wcwnitrobook.com Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 25: David Crockett Interview (Part 2)David Crockett returns and talks how promos were taped in JCP, legendary 'ribs' he was privy to, the 'trust factor' between production staff and wrestlers, WCW stars taking advantage of TBS, Inc., strategic timing of commercials, NWA power brokers, and more! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 24: David Crockett Interview (Part 1)The hits keep coming here on Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro! This week - David Crockett, son of Jim Crockett and former VP of Production for WCW - joins Neal for a wide-ranging talk about producing wrestling. You won't believe the story at the end of this episode! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@g...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 23: Mr. Savage Goes To HarvardOn this week's podcast, we travel back in time to February 17th 1998. On this momentous date, Randy 'Macho Man' Savage of the nWo was honored as the Harvard Lampoon's Real Man of the Year in a ceremony on campus – the highlights of which aired on the March 5th edition of WCW Thunder – but Mr. Savage was not alone on this trip. Rather, he was accompanied by the esteemed feature producer for World Championship Wrestling, Mr. Neal Pruitt. Neal explains all in Episode 23!!! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Su...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 22: Branding the nWo and more with Kemper Rogers (Part 2)In Part 2 of our interview with WCW's Senior Editor Kemper Rogers, we learn the secrets of wrestling videography! Listen closely as 'The World's Strongest Editor' describes the techniques informing the production of some memorable WCW moments, including Eric Bischoff's 'Citizen Kane' opening at the nWo Souled Out pay-per-view, 'the King of the Road' match between Dustin Rhodes and Blacktop Bully, plus an infamous music video involving the American Males! It's the type of insight you get ONLY by listening to Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro - subscribe now and spread the word! Click here - if...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 21: Branding the nWo and more with Kemper Rogers (Part 1)Kemper Rogers is often cited as one of the unsung heroes of WCW. As a Senior Editor working in production, Rogers developed many of the audiovisual effects associated with the nWo, a feat even more impressive upon consideration of the temporal context. With relatively primitive tools at his disposal - at least in comparison to contemporary standards - Rogers combined with Neal Pruitt to form a prolific duo in branding the renegade group of the '90s. Learn more this week (and next) - only on Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro! Subscribe on iTunes: ...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 20: Producing Nitro (Part 5)We wrap up our Producing Nitro series this week by examining the third hour of the 10/05/98 Monday Nitro. In a particular highlight, Neal breaks down an infamous WCW segment involving Hollywood Hogan, Eric Bischoff and the (Ultimate) Warrior! Sweeeet! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ipkzridq3wpauwkb2wkdl4de4su Twitter: @secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 19: Producing Nitro (Part 4)Aided by the show format and an array of listener questions, Guy and Neal continue their look at the 10/05/98 edition of WCW Monday Nitro. Along the way, Neal breaks down a memorable nWo video in impeccable detail, revealing the intricacies involved in making 'The Better Brother'. Also this week: the mystery of Goldberg's piped-in chants, Steve Austin's trepidation over promos, a cool Eric Bischoff tidbit and much more! Subscribe on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/neal-pruitts-secrets-of-wcw-nitro/id1276032841?mt=2 Subscribe on Android: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/p...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 18: Producing Nitro (Part 3)Lots of interesting topics this week including Nitro Parties, analytics in wrestling, mic'ing the ring, script terminology, strategies for engaging the crowd, and more! Enjoy! Twitter: www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com Pre-order the book 'NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW' at www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 17: Producing Nitro (Part 2)With the 10/05/98 Nitro script in hand, Neal and Guy embark on the most detailed review of a wrestling show known to man! Twitter: www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro Facebook: www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro E-mail: secretsofnitro@gmail.com Pre-order the book 'NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW' at www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 16: Producing Nitro (Part 1)Neal and Guy start 2018 by introducing a new mini-series, Producing Nitro. For the next four weeks, we invite you to participate in a one-of-a-kind listening experience - an interactive review of a classic Nitro episode! Here's how it works: 1) Go to www.wcwnitrobook.com and download the Nitro script for 10/05/98; 2) Watch the 10/05/98 Nitro episode on WWE Network; 3) Send in your questions and comments to secretsofnitro@gmail.com 4) Listen to the podcast each week as we dissect the show, hour-by-hour - with reference to the script and your feedback! In...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 15: Working with Macho Man, Reconciling with Luger, Producing at Center Stage plus more!We open the mailbag once again to answer YOUR questions! Topics include working with the Macho Man, reconciling with Lex Luger, producing at Center Stage, and much more! Happy holidays everyone! http://www.wcwnitrobook.com http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 14: Tank SinatraNeal welcomes back Jason Douglas, former WCW producer and award-winning digital content creator, to discuss an assortment of tremendous topics including: 'Tank Sinatra' (you'll have to listen to find out!); Producing promo pieces on almost zero notice; Adventures in Miami with Kid Romeo; The inside story of the Shockmaster debacle; Dustin Rhodes' debut as 'Se7en' in late 1999; Filming in Mexico with 'The Professor' Mike Tenay; Why 3 Count stood on those darn green discs (!); The Artist Formerly Known As Prince Iaukea... ...and Ernest Miller's legendary 'Cat-Bo' video! You don't want to miss this one! Enjoy and as...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 13: 'Nature Boy' Director Rory Karpf joins Secrets of Nitro!Director Rory Karpf joins Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro to discuss his recent documentary on Ric Flair, the fan reaction since the special aired, profound words from Shawn Michaels, being in college during the Monday Night Wars, and much more! http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 12: WCW's Cameraman Extraordinaire - Tim 'Snake' Snyder with some classic WCW stories!Neal catches up with WCW's cameraman extraordinaire - Tim 'Snake' Snyder - and the duo swap stories on some classic WCW moments, including: The orchestration of Goldberg's iconic entrance at Halloween Havoc '98; Filming Hacksaw Jim Duggan in 'Ireland'; Hollywood Hogan almost being hit by a giant Gatorade bottle in Sturgis; Snake jumping out of a moving vehicle with a $200,000 camera; What went wrong with Thursday Thunder on TBS... And much more! http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 11: March 26th, 2001The end of Nitro. The end of an era. The end...of WCW. Neal Pruitt was there to see it all happen. Hear his story on this week's Secrets of Nitro! http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro http://www.wcwnitrobook.com secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 10: The Mailbag Unleashed (Part 2)Stories, stories, stories galore! Another insane Klondike Bill tale, Van Hammer's music video, Buff Bagwell antics, Rick Rude's tattoo, Lee Marshall's Road Reports, a funny 'rib' on Jim Cornette, Ted Turner's edict on blading, the greatest matches no-one ever saw, and much more! http://www.wcwnitrobook.com http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro secretsofnitro@gmail.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 9: The Mailbag Unleashed (Part 1)How heavy were the WCW letters on the Nitro set? What was with The Giant falling off Cobo Hall? Is it true Hulk Hogan loved the 'Phony Sting' character? All this and more as we unleash the Secrets of Nitro Mailbag! http://www.wcwnitrobook.com http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 8: WCW at Disney (Part 2) plus Tony Schiavone interview!In Part 2 of our look at WCW's Disney Era, Neal pulls back the curtain and reveals some never-before-heard insight on a classic nWo moment. And then, for the final hour, the great Tony Schiavone blesses the airwaves with an in-depth interview! Enjoy! http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro secretsofnitro@gmail.com www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 7: WCW at Disney (Part 1)In Part 1 of our look at WCW's Disney era, Neal Pruitt discusses taping mass amounts of syndicated television in advance, life on the road, managing extreme personalities, producing Ted Turner (!) and much more! Coming next week - a double episode - Part 2 AND Neal's interview with Tony Schiavone! www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 6: Missed OpportunitiesIn a mammoth 2 hour edition of Secrets of Nitro, Neal and Guy speak with former WCW producer Jason Douglas about some of the hits and misses of the Monday Nitro era. Along the way, the conversation flows into many interesting areas, including the dangers of being a 'mark' in the wrestling business, the tactics used by wrestlers to manipulate production staff, and Steve Austin overcoming his fear of cutting promos?!? Enjoy!

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 5: EinsteinersIn Episode 5 of Secrets of Nitro, former WCW feature producer Neal Pruitt reflects on the production of the Steiner Brothers car crash stunt, a segment which aired on the February 17th 1997 edition of WCW Monday Nitro. Along the way, we hear various anecdotes about the 'Einsteiners', and in an amusing sidebar, Neal reveals his role in producing a classic promo for Big Poppa Pump's latest business venture - Shoney's! Enjoy, subscribe and spread the word! http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro http://www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 4: Remembering Bobby HeenanIn a very special episode of Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro, a variety of former WCW personalities pay tribute to the life and career of 'The Brain'. http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.wcwnitrobook.com

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 3: The Nature Boy's Ride To HellOn February 15th 1999, Ric Flair entered a limousine with his arch enemy Eric Bischoff at the wheel. What followed you ask? A classic nWo beatdown, broadcast to millions at home via a brave camera crew, a precariously hanging searchlight, and...a helicopter? Feature producer Neal Pruitt was there - and he has the story on this week's Secrets of WCW Nitro! www.wcwnitrobook.com @secretsofnitro Facebook.com/secretsofnitro

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 2: nWo Souled Out '97Neal Pruitt, the voice of the New World Order, discusses the nWo Souled Out pay-per-view - a truly bizarre viewing experience that raises some troubling questions... Who the heck was that guy entering the building in front of Hollywood Hogan? Why did the event take place in Cedar Rapids, IA? And for the love of god, what was the purpose of the Miss nWo pageant?!?! All this and more - including hotel shenanigans, filming in freezing cold temperatures and a humorous sidebar on Dennis Rodman! Enter the Twilight Zone...

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Episode 1: Mr. Piper Goes To AlcatrazIn the debut edition of Secrets of WCW Nitro, former WCW feature producer Neal Pruitt remembers Roddy Piper's infamous trip to Alcatraz. Enjoy, subscribe and spread the word! To vote on next week's topic, join the conversation on social media: http://www.twitter.com/secretsofnitro http://www.facebook.com/secretsofnitro

Neal Pruitt's Secrets of WCW Nitro | wrestling stories from the voice of the nWo | Bischoff | Schiavone | Flair | Austin Preview of Episode 1: Mr. Piper Goes To AlcatrazPreview: Former WCW feature producer Neal Pruitt remembers when 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper endured a self-imposed exile in Alcatraz. The full episode drops on Monday 9/4 - subscribe now and spread the word!!!

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