Grilling JR

On this edition of Grilling JR, Jim Ross dives into the biggest headlines shaking up the wrestling world. JR shares his thoughts on the latest episode of AEW Dynamite, breaking down key moments, standout performances, and what's clicking or not in AEW right now. He also weighs in on the recent wave of WWE talent releases, offering perspective from someone who's seen the business from every angle. Plus, JR gives his take on Hulk Hogan place in professional wrestling history.  MORGAN & MORGAN - If you're ever injured, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. Their fee is FREE unless they win. For more information go to http://ForThePeople.Com/JR   or dial #LAW (#529) from your cell phone. BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code JR. Visit http://BlueChew.com  for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast.  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this LIVE edition of Grilling JR, the Voice of Wrestling Jim Ross is back behind the mic to break down all the latest headlines from across the wrestling world. JR shares his thoughts on the most recent episode of AEW Dynamite, including standout moments, rising stars, and where things may be headed next. Plus, JR dives into Darby Allin's first title defense against Tommaso Ciampa, offering his expert analysis on the matchup and what it means for the championship picture moving forward. The conversation doesn't stop there, JR also gives his unfiltered take on the fallout from WrestleMania, discusses the shocking retirement of Brock Lesnar, and covers all the latest news, rumors, and developments making waves in the industry. BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code JR. Visit http://BlueChew.com  for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and Conrad Thompson break down one of the biggest moments in AEW as Darby Allin captures the AEW World Heavyweight Championship on Dynamite. JR shares his thoughts on what the victory means for the company, what it does for Darby as a top star, and where it leaves MJF moving forward. With WrestleMania 42 on the horizon, JR gives his unfiltered predictions who's going to win, who's going to lose, and ultimately, who will be remembered when the dust settles on the biggest weekend in wrestling. Plus, JR reflects on some of his all-time favorite WrestleMania moments, offering personal insight and behind the scenes perspective from decades at the announce desk. And in a special segment, the show revisits an excerpt from JR's book Business is About to Pick Up, as Jim looks back at WrestleMania 19 and the emotional night Stone Cold Steve Austin stepped away from professional wrestling. BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code JR. Visit http://BlueChew.com  for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and Conrad Thompson are back to tackle the hottest topics in professional wrestling before diving deep into one of the most historic turning points in the business. JR shares his candid thoughts on the growing buzz around Pat McAfee, and why he's getting so much credit for knowing more wrestling than the wrestlers themselves. The guys also discuss "Destination Unknown" in today's wrestling landscape, what it means for talent and storytelling, and where things could be headed next. Plus, JR gives his predictions for AEW Dynasty, weighs in on the belief that Vince McMahon still has influence on this year's WrestleMania "Vince is involved" and reacts to Chris Jericho's return to AEW. Then, the episode shifts into high gear as JR takes listeners on a powerful, firsthand journey through Vince McMahon's purchase of WCW. From the internal atmosphere to the real emotions behind the scenes, Jim details what it was like to witness the end of the Monday Night Wars from inside WWE. Hear how the deal came together, how it affected talent and locker rooms, and why it forever changed the wrestling industry.  BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code JR. Visit BlueChew.com for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast.  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com to learn more.

On this very special edition of Grilling JR, Jim Ross takes listeners back to one of the most shocking and defining moments in wrestling history calling the main event of WrestleMania X-Seven. JR relives, in vivid detail, what it was like behind the headset as Stone Cold Steve Austin battled The Rock in front of a raucous crowd at the Astrodome. From the electric atmosphere to the intensity of the match itself, JR walks listeners through every pivotal moment as only he can. But the night took a stunning turn that no one saw coming.  THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code JR15 at https://theperfectjean.nyc/JR15 #theperfectjeanpod BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code JR at http://BlueChew.com  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and Conrad Thompson are serving up a loaded show packed with insight, history, and great wrestling. JR kicks things off with his take on the latest class of inductees into the WWE Hall of Fame, discussing why some of these legends had to wait so long to receive their moment in the spotlight and what goes into those decisions behind the scenes. The conversation then shifts to a landmark moment in wrestling history, as JR reflects on WWE purchasing WCW 25 years ago, bringing an end to Monday Nitro. JR shares his perspective on that unforgettable night and what it meant for the business moving forward. And then…it's time to go to work. Jim Ross puts the headset on and calls an absolute classic as FTR collide with The Briscoe Brothers for the Ring of HonorTag Team Championship. It's hard hitting, emotional, and exactly the kind of match JR was born to call. MORGAN & MORGAN - Morgan & Morgan is America's Largest Injury Law Firm Morgan & Morgan is giving one lucky fan the chance to win $2,000 and 2x tickets to WrestleMania 42 on April 18th & 19th in Las Vegas! To enter, all you need to do is text 'HEAT42' to 4-THE-PEOPLE (484-373-6753) and follow the prompts in your text message. For The People. For The Fans. BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code JR at http://BlueChew.com  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and Conrad Thompson fire up the time machine and take you back to one of the most important nights in wrestling history WrestleMania XIII from March 23, 1997 at the Rosemont Horizon in Chicago, Illinois! JR relives the iconic and industry changing double-turn between Bret "Hitman" Hart and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, breaking down why this moment redefined both men's careers and helped usher in a new era of professional wrestling. From Austin's gutsy, blood soaked performance to Bret's transformation into a bitter anti-hero, JR gives you a front-row seat to the magic as only he can. The guys also dig into the ripple effects of Shawn Michaels "losing his smile", the arrival and impact of Chyna, and the introduction of Ken Shamrock as a special referee. Plus, JR shares his thoughts on Sid's WWF Championship win over Bret, the road to Undertaker vs. Sid in the main event, and how all of it fit into the rapidly changing landscape of the business including the growing influence of ECW. Behind the scenes insight, unforgettable moments, and JR's signature storytelling make this a must-listen deep dive into a WrestleMania that changed everything. Business is about to pick up… on Grilling JR! MORGAN & MORGAN - Morgan & Morgan is America's Largest Injury Law Firm Morgan & Morgan is giving one lucky fan the chance to win $2,000 and 2x tickets to WrestleMania 42 on April 18th & 19th in Las Vegas! To enter, all you need to do is text 'HEAT42' to 4-THE-PEOPLE (484-373-6753) and follow the prompts in your text message. For The People. For The Fans. BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code JR at http://BlueChew.com  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

Today's episode comes to you from the Blue Chew studio. Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code JR at http://BlueChew.com "The Voice Of Professional Wrestling," Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson go LIVE to discuss everything happening in the world of professional wrestling. Plus, breakdown the match card for AEW Revolution happening this weekend in Los Angeles.  MORGAN & MORGAN - Morgan & Morgan is America's Largest Injury Law Firm Morgan & Morgan is giving one lucky fan the chance to win $2,000 and 2x tickets to WrestleMania 42 on April 18th & 19th in Las Vegas! To enter, all you need to do is text 'HEAT42' to 4-THE-PEOPLE (484-373-6753) and follow the prompts in your text message. For The People. For The Fans. THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code JR15 at https://theperfectjean.nyc/JR15  #theperfectjeanpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson break down some of the biggest talking points in professional wrestling today along with a classic match watch. JR shares his thoughts on Randy Orton and why he believes "The Viper" is guaranteed money for WWE. The conversation also turns to the much talked about debut of Danhausen, with JR giving his honest take on why the moment may have felt underwhelming to some fans. Jim also reacts to the news of Mance Warner and Steph De Lander leaving Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, and weighs in on the momentum building toward AEW Revolution, explaining why the event is shaping up to be a major show for All Elite Wrestling.  Plus, JR puts on the headset and calls an incredible 8 man tag team match from Honor Rising: Japan 2017 featuring Cody Rhodes, The Young Bucks, and Kenny Omega taking on The Briscoes, Will Ospreay, and Kazuchika Okada as JR calls the action for the very first time.  BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code JR at http://BlueChew.com SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more. 

On this episode of Grilling JR, the legendary Jim Ross puts on the headset and goes back to Ring of Honor for a hard hitting classic Death Before Dishonor XI as he watches and calls Tommaso Ciampa vs. Adam Cole for the very first time. JR brings his unmatched storytelling and sharp eye for psychology as he breaks down the intensity, pacing, and emotion of a match that helped define both men early in their careers. From brutal strikes to big fight moments, JR reacts in real time and gives you the broadcaster's perspective only he can deliver. JR On The Call Classic analysis, first-time reactions, on this can't-miss edition of Grilling JR. MARS MEN - Get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at http://Mengotomars.com  MUD/WTR - Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code JR at http://mudwtr.com/JR  ! #mudwtrpod BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code JR at http://BlueChew.com  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.