Tony Schiavone and Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter return to pay tribute to legendary wrestling promoter, Jim Crockett Jr, who passed away March 3rd. They tell the story of the rise of Crockett Promotions, how and when Jimmy took over the business after his father died, the arrival of Dusty Rhodes as booker, Ric Flair’s incredible popularity, why Crockett’s expansion with the purchase of the UWF from Bill Watts was really the beginning of the end, and the fight against the WWF. There are tales about the exorbitant private plane trips, the Starcade Sabotage by Vince McMahon, the battle for TV airtime, and the Dark Ages of Wrestling. Plus, Tony Schiavone shares personal stories about working for the Crocketts, and recounts his final conversation with Jimmy just days before he died. 
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Multiple-time world champion pro wrestler. Fozzy frontman. New York Times best-selling author. Chris Jericho brings his trademark energy, curiosity and no-BS style to Talk Is Jericho, going one-on-one with some of the biggest names in wrestling, rock &amp; metal, movies, television, comedy, horror and the paranormal. From wild road stories and behind-the-scenes secrets to career-defining moments and the stories you’ve never heard, Talk Is Jericho delivers unforgettable conversations with the people who make pop culture happen.