Two Man Power Trip Of Wrestling

We go from an evil clown to an all-American hero. The latest New Generation Declassified looks at the July 1993-August 1995 "Man Made In the USA", Lex Luger. From the body slam challenge to his auspicious exit, Lex Luger's run as the "top baby-face" or "next Hulk Hogan" was a time filled with questionable booking, bad match pairings and tons of what if? Joined by returning guest, Adam "Hughezy" Hughes of "It's Hughezy, Hello", we look at house show matches, Monday Night Raw segments and the major pay per view misses of the WWF booking team.

This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, Steve Maclin aka Steve Cutler. The former WWE and NXT Superstar joins the show to talk about his entire wrestling career. Host John Poz and Steve talk about Triple H, Vince McMahon, NXT, WWE, Jaxson Ryker, Wesley Blake, The Forgotten Sons, Baron Corbin, the Knights of the Lone Wolf, and so much more!

Welcome to a Special Edition of the Two Man Power Trip with host John Poz along with his co-hosts RBV Richard Bronson Vickrey and Michael Jargo. Poz, Jargo, and RBV are breaking down just Who is The Greatest Faction ever? They will discuss not only who deserves to be talked about as the Greatest Faction, but also match quality, drawing power, carrying a company, their level of importance nationally/globally, merch sales, and much more! This is a deep dive into Who is the Greatest Faction ever?

This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our feature episode, the 2 authors of "The Wrestlers’ Wrestlers: The Masters of the Craft of Professional Wrestling", Dan Murphy and Brian Young. Host John Poz talks with Dan and Brian all about this awesome new book! A walk-through wrestling history, starting with the founding fathers such as Ed “Strangler” Lewis and the incomparable Lou Thesz, to modern-day masters such as Daniel Bryan and Kurt Angle. The Wrestlers’ Wrestlers spotlights elite performers and analyzes exactly what made them your favorite wrestler’s favorite wrestlers. Authors Dan Murphy and Brian Young interviewed more than 40 in-ring veterans, historians, referees, and promoters to get a unique insider’s look at the people who have made a lasting impact on the world of professional wrestling. It offers a special peek “behind the curtain” and a rare look into the top stars’ thoughts on their peers, their influences, and their personal favorites. The Wrestlers’ Wrestlers is a history of professional wr

New Generation Declassified for this week looks at Matt Borne’s portrayal of Doink The Clown. Doink as a whole is universally looked at as more of a comedic character, but in its original conception was a deranged and somewhat psychotic bad guy. For this discussion, Chad welcomes Kris Pavone (FKA Caylen Croft) to discuss the psychology behind this style of character, memories of “Borne’s Doink”, best moments and how the evil clown could be viewed by the modern eye.

Celebrating our 500th episode in a major way as we welcome WWE Hall of Famer and Olympic Gold Medalist, Kurt Angle to the show. Host John Poz and Kurt will discuss Brock Lesnar, his entire WWE run, Chris Benoit, his entire TNA run, Sting, Jeff Jarrett, his new podcast with Conrad Thompson, and so much more. As a special bonus John is joining by WWE Hall of Famer and Former WCW President Eric Bischoff to help kick off the show. Enjoy this 500th episode extravaganza and as always thank you for listening! Today's episode is sponsored by Cambridge Nursing: Safe, efficient, same day testing service for you and your guests! Make sure to head over to CovidEventPlanning.com for more! Also check out my new TMPT store https://www.teepublic.com/stores/tmpt?utm_campaign=23066&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=John%2BPozarowski

This week, Taking To You To School with Dr. Tom Prichard focuses on the training of Christian. Dr Tom and co-host John Poz take a dive deep into the training and career of Christian while at the WWE. We talk about Sherri Martel, Paul Boesch, The Bella Twins, The Great Khali, Kane, the WWE Hall of Fame and so much more!

Welcome to a Special Edition of the Two Man Power Trip with host John Poz along with his co-hosts RBV Richard Bronson Vickrey and Michael Jargo. Poz, Jargo, and RBV are breaking down just Who is Mr. WrestleMania? They will discuss not only who deserves to be talked about as Mr. WM, but also match quality, drawing power, carrying a show, level of importance, match records, and much more! This is a deep dive into Who is Mr. WrestleMania? Part 4

This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our feature episode, Ian Abel of the Ian Abel Band. Host John Poz and Ian talk all about pro wrestling and his music career as well. Ian's 2019 released "Shoes" was featured as the theme for the Dustin Rhodes versus Cody feud leading into AEW’s Double Or Nothing event. Ian's latest track "Not Afraid to Die" debuted as the theme for the Cody vs Darby TNT Championship match at AEW Full Gear 2020.

For the first time on New Generation Declassified we review a WWE / Peacock documentary, Two Dudes With Attitudes. The two dudes were Kevin Nash aka "Big Daddy Cool" Diesel and "The Heartbreak Kid", Shawn Michaels. These two superstars set sail in 1993 and for the entire duration of the New Generation would be linked together both as friends and as enemies. This episode looks at the documentary presentation, the talking heads and the moments linked to HBK and Diesel. We also dig deep into the vault as podcast veteran and Producer extraordinaire, Joe Feeney joins Chad to talk about mid 90s wrestling and why he and other fans tuned out during the height of the Two Dudes With Attitudes.

Episode #499: This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, Harry Slash from Harry Slash and the Slashtones. The former ECW Music producer and Production Assistant joins the show to talk about his entire wrestling and music career. Host John Poz and Harry talk about Paul Heyman, backstage at ECW, locker room, drug culture, Sabu, Shane Douglas, Sandman, Rollerball controversy, and so much more!

Welcome to a Special Edition of the Two Man Power Trip with host John Poz along with his co-hosts RBV Richard Bronson Vickrey and Michael Jargo. Poz, Jargo, and RBV are breaking down just Who is Mr. WrestleMania? They will discuss not only who deserves to be talked about as Mr. WM, but also match quality, drawing power, carrying a show, level of importance, match records, and much more! This is a deep dive into Who is Mr. WrestleMania? Part 3

This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our feature episode, Keith Elliot Greenberg. The wrestling historian joins the show to talk about his new book, "Too Sweet: Inside the Indie Wrestling Revolution". Host John Poz and Keith discuss how Keith chronicles the growth of indie wrestling from school gyms to a viable alternative to the WWE and speaks to those involved in the alternative wrestling league with remarkable candor, gaining behind-the-scenes knowledge of this growing enterprise.

During the early New Generation years a transformation took place. Long gone was the "Event Center" hosted by Sean Mooney or Lord Alfred Hayes and in came a new concept to promote the WWF House Shows, Face To Face. Face To Face was a weekly staple of WWF TV during late 1992 and throughout 1993 as it showcased the heels and babyfaces getting the opportunity to speak their mind and give you the rundown of what would happen during the match at the arena that was being promoted on that day's television program. Usually with a few weeks of build, Face To Face would spotlight the stars of the WWF and would generally promote matches that you were absolutely never going to see anywhere else.

Episode #498: This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, David Manning. The former WCCW Booker and referee joins the show to talk about his entire wrestling career. Host John Poz and David will discuss his friendship with Bruiser Brody, Fritz Von Erich, Booking in WCCW, tragedy in WCCW, The Von Erich boys, Gino Hernandez, Dark Side of the Ring, and so much more!

This week, Taking To You To School with Dr. Tom Prichard Heads back in his classroom as @drtomprichard will be Taking You To School this week to discuss his time as Bodydonna Zip.Hear the complete story of Skip, Zip & Sunny from a very somber haircut through their tag team gold.. as well as an update from the @JPWA865

Welcome to a Special Edition of the Two Man Power Trip with host John Poz along with his co-hosts RBV Richard Bronson Vickrey and Michael Jargo. Poz, Jargo, and RBV are breaking down just Who is Mr. WrestleMania? They will discuss not only who deserves to be talked about as Mr. WM, but also match quality, drawing power, carrying a show, level of importance, match records, and much more! This is a deep dive into Who is Mr. WrestleMania? Part 2

This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our feature episode, Mad Maxine aka Jeannine Mjoseth. The former WWF Superstar and journalist joins the show to talk about her entire pro wrestling career. Host John Poz and Mad Maxine will discuss training under Fabulous Moolah, what Moolah was really like, Dark Side of the Ring, the WWF, Vince McMahon, Hulk Hogan's Rock n Wrestling controversy, and so much more!

The 2020/2021 WWE Hall of Fame inductees were honored by the WWE Universe during WrestleMania week, but did the New Generation contributions of these competitors fly under the radar? This week Chad is joined by Jack Hunter to discuss the New Generation years of 2021 and 2021 Hall of Famers JBL, William Shatner, The British Bulldog Davey Boy Smith and "The Big Red Machine", Kane. We also look at the nWo and how if not for the New Gen, Hall, Nash and Syxx may not have had the impact they had jumping ship to WCW.

Episode #497: This week TMPT welcomes into the show for our flagship episode, Allan Funk aka Kwee Wee. The former WCW, TNA, and HWA Superstar joins the show to talk about his entire wrestling career. Host John Poz and Allan will discuss his friendship with Macho Man Randy Savage, the WCW Power Plant, Debuting in WCW, Eric Bischoff, Vince Russo, the WWF buying WCW, Vince McMahon, Johnny Ace, and so much more!