Classic Movie Clash – Godfather vs Goodfellas

Tyrus is looking to make history this weekend at the NWA 74 two-night pay-per-view event in St. Louis! The reigning NWA Television Champ is taking on Trevor Murdoch in an attempt to add the NWA World Heavyweight Championship to his title collection! Tyrus details his current run at NWA, how he’s prepping for Trevor Murdoch, and why these two titles mean so much to him. He also recounts his time with WWE & NXT including the origin of the Funkasaurus and the role that the late, great Dusty Rhodes played in getting that over, how he convinced Cameron and Naomi to join him as the Funkadactyls, The Undertaker and Bret Hart’s initial reactions to Funkasaurus, and why his son’s grandfather, the great Haku, loved the gimmick! Tyrus also shares stories from his time working with Snoop Dogg as his bodyguard, and coaching youth football with the rapper, and explains the role that Snoop played in Tyrus’ return to wrestling. NWA 74 tickets & information: NWATIX.com August 27-28th Live from The Chase in St. Louis STAY CONNECTED: Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho TikTok: @TalkIsJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 Elo 20221h 4min

Silver Scream Con is next weekend (August 26-28th) in Boston, Massachusetts! And convention creator and founder, Spencer Charnas from Ice Nine Kills, explains what inspired him to create the two-day horror fest! Spencer talks about putting the convention together, the cool events and panels that are planned, and the incredible guests that will be there for signings & photo ops including actors Kane Hodder (“Friday The 13th VII”), Skeet Ulrich (“Scream” & “The Craft”), Doug Bradley (“Hellraiser”), Nick Castle (“Halloween”), Bill Mosely (“Devil’s Rejects”), and TIJ alum Tom Arnold, among many others! Spencer also shares some of his personal horror convention experiences, his recent horror film favorites, the special guest star in INK’s upcoming video for “Welcome To Horrorwood,” his hopes of writing his own horror movie one day, and why he still loves record stores! Plus, he reveals how INK landed multiple opening slots on Metallica’s summer tour and the first thing that drummer Lars Ulrich said to them!  Silver Scream Con tickets & information: https://www.silverscreamcon.com/ August 26-28th in Danvers, Massachusetts at the Doubletree Boston North Shore   STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @TalkIsJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Elo 202259min

Former lead writer and SVP of Creative at WWE, Brian Gewirtz, shares stories from his new book, “There’s Just One Problem… True Tales From The Former One-Time 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE.” He explains how Jericho and Mick Foley inspired him to write the book, what it was like to do it during the pandemic lockdown, and where he got the title! Brian speaks in detail about his experience at Wrestler’s Court as a defendant alongside Edge and Christian, the incident that landed all 3 there in the first place, the ruling they received from The Undertaker (who was judge), and how Brian actually contemplated quitting the business at the time. Brian recalls his first days at WWE, what it was like working so closely with Vince McMahon and the creative team, and how he learned to pitch ideas. He talks about some of his favorite angles and promos including the Rock Concerts with Dwayne Johnson, the Chris Jericho & Shawn Michaels feud of 2008-09, and the Survivor Series 1999 promos with Kurt Angle. He talks about the best and the worst of the celebrity guests on RAW including Bob Barker, Jon Heder, and Al Sharpton. Plus, Brian discusses “cheap heat,” and what it’s like working with The Rock at 7 Bucks Productions. Thanks to our sponsors! Sling TV: check out https://www.sling.com/ now for special offers! STAY CONNECTED: TikTok: @TalkIsJericho Instagram: @talkisjericho @chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @TalkIsJericho @IAmJericho YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy https://www.webisjericho.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Elo 20221h 3min

GOLDBERG is a WWE Hall of Famer! He’s one of the greats in the business! And now he’s TIJ special guest 900!! And yes, the infamous locker room fist fight is discussed! Goldberg also talks about his WCW debut, his WWE debut, the origin of the spear, working with Hulk Hogan and Brock Lesnar, and how he feels about the bad blood with Bret Hart. He comments on why he thinks he never faced Stone Cold Steve Austin in the ring, Halloween Havoc 1998 vs Diamond Dallas Page, what brought him back to wrestling and the WWE in 2016, his relationship with Vince McMahon then and now, and the cult horror classic, “Santa’s Slay!” Thanks to our sponsors! The FanDuel Sportsbook App & use promo code JERICHO to get your “No Sweat First Bet” up to $1000  STAY CONNECTED Instagram:@chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @IAmJericho @TalkIsJericho @WebIsJericho TikTok: @TalkIsJericho https://www.webisjericho.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chrisjerichofozzy To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Elo 20221h 6min

This Is GWAR documentary director Scott Barber, filmmaker Tommy Avallone, and GWAR bandmembers bassist/singer Michael Bishop aka Blothar The Beserker and drummer Brad Roberts aka Jizmak Da Gusha talk about the making of the new doc streaming now on Shudder and AMC+. They share stories about GWAR’s early days including what inspired their elaborate stage costumes and props, and the infamous spew. They detail what it takes to design and make everything, how they travel with it all when touring, and why it originally prevented them from getting booked on festivals! They explain the impact that MTV and Mike Judge’s “Beavis & Butthead” animated series had on the band’s success and longevity. And they reveal how they’ve managed to stay together for 30 years despite the loss of bandmembers including their leader and singer Dave Brockie who passed away in 2014. They talk about the brotherhood of GWAR, why they consider themselves an art collective as opposed to a band, and how the demise of hair metal and emergence of grunge actually worked in their favor. Plus, they discuss GWAR’s future and future projects which may or may not include a feature film! Go to https://www.shudder.com/ or https://www.amc.com/ and use promo code THISISGWAR for a FREE 14-day trial. Thanks to our sponsors! The FanDuel Sportsbook App & use promo code JERICHO to get your “No Sweat First Bet” up to $1000  STAY CONNECTED! Instagram:@chrisjerichofozzy Twitter: @IAmJericho @TalkIsJericho https://www.webisjericho.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisJerichoFozzy/videos To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

10 Elo 20221h 5min

Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter returns to discuss the circumstances around the shocking retirement of Vince McMahon from the WWE. He details how he found out about the allegations about Vince, how the story was leaked to the press, and what may have forced Vince to leave after he said he wasn’t going anywhere. Dave talks about Stephanie McMahon and Triple H leading the company, and how Stephanie and Nick Khan may handle their new co-CEO situation. He speculates on the creative and cultural changes at WWE, how much of a hand Vince will have in creative from the sidelines, what kind of impact this will have on AEW and the industry at large, and what the future may hold for WWE including a possible sale. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

5 Elo 20221h 10min

On Friday, July 29th, the world lost Michael Bloodgood, one of the pioneers of Christian metal music, and founding member and bassist of his namesake band. Michael had suffered a stroke in February just one night after the band debuted their upcoming documentary, “Trenches of Rock,” with a special sneak screening and Q+A session hosted by Chris Jericho, followed by what turned out to be Michael Bloodgood’s last live concert performance. So to honor Michael’s life, and celebrate the documentary release on August 30th and the upcoming 3-day Immortal Festival in Versailles, Ohio on Labor Day weekend, we’re releasing that special Q+A session. Michael and the band were in great spirits telling stories about their early days, their ministry, and overcoming adversity. They shared details about their songwriting and creative process, and told tales from the road. Les Carlsen also spoke to Chris a couple of days after Michael’s passing to shed some light on Michael’s last few months on Earth, and reminisce about his best friend and musical partner.  Pre-order “Trenches of Rock”: https://trenchesofrockfilm.com/ Immortal Festival tickets: https://www.bmieventcenter.com/christian-rock-festival/ Chris Jericho will be the special emcee at Immortal Festival & hosting a Q+A with Barren Cross on Saturday, September 3rd. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Elo 20221h 19min

The Jericho Chronicles hit Belfast earlier this month, and featured stories from Chris’ many Wrestlemania appearances. Hear great details about his first-ever Wrestlemania match - a three-way with Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit, including why that particular match has always confused him. He recounts all the circumstances leading up to Wrestlemania 17 and his match with William Regal, what it was like to follow The Rock vs Hulk Hogan at Wrestlemania 18, and what inspired his Money In The Bank idea at Wrestlemania 21. He tell stories about working with Mickey Rourke, popping Adam Sandler in the front row at ringside, the Festival of Frienship and Kevin Owens, his best Wrestlemania payday, and why he knew it was time to leave WWE after Wrestlemania 33. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Heinä 20221h 23min