The Art of Wrestling with Colt Cabana

[Funboy]

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Does anyone listen to this weekly podcast?

To date there are 120 episodes.

It's a must-listen for wrestling fans. The guests range from writers to retired wrestlers and indie stars all the way to current WWE superstars and divas and TNA wrestlers and knockouts.

Colt is an engaging host, very funny, and doesn't dominate the discussions as other hosts tend to do. (*cough*Joe Rogan*cough*)
It has a format - his weekly update, a wrestling-themed song, the interview, then he lists his upcoming events.

As he says it's a gateway into the hearts the minds and souls of professional wrestlers. It offers very honest and interesting insights into life on the road from first hand experience.

I have listened to the episodes out of order and started with the guys I knew; but it is sometimes the wrestlers I knew nothing about that are the most interesting. Regal had a two-part episode over the last fortnight which was excellent. I found I liked some people more after "getting to know them" through the podcast like Kofi Kingston. And there are people who are now on NXT or recently signed to developmental (Tyler Black/Sara Del Ray/PAC) who have previously done episodes.

It is a great podcast, worthy of a listen even if you don't like pro wrestling. And I think it might prompt some discussions if people listen to the same podcast and discuss some things that are mentioned in it?

[Newf]

I check 'em out every week to see who's up but not all of them interest me. I'll be honest, I tend to go for the "name" guys.

Stand out episodes probably include Brian Kendrick's just for his weirdness, Petey Williams for his Scott Steiner stories and Hero's for his Claudioisms and the Steiner/Japan/Misawa story.

Kizarny and Gallows were definitely cases, like you said, of liking guys more after getting to know them. Also loved the story of Zack Ryder's dad banging a pot in Gallows face trying to get him to "Festus out" when he met him.

Nattie's was weird cuz I found she REALLY tried to keep kayfabe when Colt's guests usually don't.

Daniel Bryan's and Punk's are great, of course.

[VanillaJello]

Thanks for this. I'm really enjoying it.

[Kev]

I really enjoyed the Beth Phoenix interview. Loved hearing the story about Molly Holly, and Beth seems like such a lovely person. Great baps too.

Daniel Bryan's was quite good he's an incredibly humble guy. Makes me love him even more. He'll eventually become my favourite wrestler when Jericho officially retires.

I started the Kofi podcast on the train today but there wasn't very good mobile coverage so I'll give it another crack tomorrow. Wouldn't mind hearing Petey Williams just for the Steiner stories, I've never really paid attention to a Petey Williams match before, but I can imagine the stories will be hilarious. Dolph's was average, but it's just awesome to hear about how much of a fan they are of the industry, especially when you hear of so many guys that have made it who are not really people who grew up watching it (in particular the female wrestlers).

Actually one thing in particular about the Dolph interview that stands out to me is how ridiculously daft the booking/creative team are described to be. I can't understand how such a massive company has such piss-poor ideas when it comes to storylines and character direction.

[Newf]

I'll have to go back and listen to Dolph's. I enjoyed it because, as you said, he really is a huge fan and it comes across but I'm having trouble remembering instances of them talking about booking/creative specifically.

[MikeHunt]

Cliff Compton episode 59 brilliant.

[MMH]

They are all pretty good. I especially enjoyed the Johnny Curtis and Katie Lea Burchill one. The Jamie Dundee one was pretty good too.

[Funboy]

It's a great peek behind the curtain. They've all got great stories, and I think it's a treat as a fan to listen in. Colt says it himself but feels the guys are happy to talk to him cause he's in the business.

Notable eps for me were Daniel Bryan (doesn't have "gym" credit and so still hasn't passed college!), the Regal two parter, Mick Foley, the Punks ones, also Colt on ep 100 was interviewed himself by Punk - was a nice touch. One of the recent ones was Justin Roberts - interesting to hear him and his dream of being an announcer. Daivari is worth a listen. I was afraid Eugene's would be depressing, and Daffney's was quite sad.

[Hlebsfall]

I enjoy them. I prefer it when it's someone I've never heard of, they've usually got a more interesting story to tell. Jamie Dundee this week was pretty good. He must have been caning the drugs, he has the voice of a 70 year old.

[mr sabu]

It's a great peek behind the curtain. They've all got great stories, and I think it's a treat as a fan to listen in. Colt says it himself but feels the guys are happy to talk to him cause he's in the business.

Notable eps for me were Daniel Bryan (doesn't have "gym" credit and so still hasn't passed college!), the Regal two parter, Mick Foley, the Punks ones, also Colt on ep 100 was interviewed himself by Punk - was a nice touch. One of the recent ones was Justin Roberts - interesting to hear him and his dream of being an announcer. Daivari is worth a listen. I was afraid Eugene's would be depressing, and Daffney's was quite sad.

daffers can redeem herself by getting nakrf

[WizoOzz]

I love this podcast because even the episodes that I think are going to bore me to sleep are fascinating. Never knew how much I would love listening to Regal's stories, but I was totally riveted. Even the guys that I've not heard have great road stories. Makes me wish I still paid as much attention to wrestling and had a passion for it as I used to.

[Newf]

Someone's animated a few excerpts from the podcasts. These two are great:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFuFpaGOtk0


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgJPX-7Obwo

Sadly another video of Chris Hero's Steiner story has been made private on YouTube.

[Slare]

I listen every single week, love it. The Regal two-parter was awesome, love every time Punk pops up, but generally theres something good about the lot of them

[Simmo Fortyone]

I've listened to a bunch of episodes, mainly with the WWE guys. Colt is such a charismatic dude that he really brings great conversation out of his guests.

One of my favourites is Colin Delaney. His story about lucking out into a WWE spot is brilliant.

[Kev]

Didn't realise he was in Melbourne, was listening to it on the train. Shattered, I would have loved to have made it for the live recording of it.

[Simmo Fortyone]

HE WAS???? DAMMIT!

[Kev]

Yeah, I had to pause it as I got to work, but he spoke with two Aussie wrestlers. A fella by the name of CrackerJak (not a typo) and a 6 foot 1 girlie who wrestles as Sway, who gave up modelling to pursue wrestling. I think Adam Pearce is on the show too but I've never given a faff about him.

[JRSlim21]

Regal's 2 parter was great. Kofi was a fun one. I also liked Truth Martini's a bunch for some reason. I just wish Colt was on a bigger stage (damn you, Goldman) because he generally has fun and is willing to wrestle just for the hell of it.

[RuneEdge]

The Great Power Uti one is great. Especially since you can find videos online of the promo and the match they talk about.

[Funboy]

Ok, I started the thread, and then let it die somewhat; I really enjoyed Pat Buck's from last week. My heart went out to the guy - so much politicking and bullshit, and after years of busting your ass to not get a shot cause of your hair!? Or to be groomed and then overlooked? Just a very harsh wrestling story. I liked his positive attitude though, he feels he's prepared for anything the wrestling world throws at him, and I may start listening to his podcasts too.

This weeks guest is Awesome Kong, and I think she could have some very interesting stories. I will be back to post thoughts on it once I've listened. Feel free to do the same.

"Thankssssssssssssssssssssss" - Colt Cabana

[JRSlim21]

The last couple were good. I liked Kozlov and Buck's story is pretty good. I get pissed when I hear his name because like Colt he was a part of that doomed WRP

[The Rick]

loved the Arik Cannon episode. He did the same thing I did growing up. Since the WWF figures couldn't move he used his G.I. Joes in his wrestling ring when he was a kid.

I started listening to all that were in the Stitcher Radio(the latest plus 7 or so). And I can download any episode to my Android phone from the tsmradio site. I started at #1, and just got through the live episode with Shane Helms. I just wish he would do longer episodes like the Regal one. It seems like many of his guests have way more to say than what he gets out of them. So far the Briscoe Brothers has been one of my favorite episodes. Episode 26 FYI.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nOX9f8qAL0I

I'm pretty stoked to go see some local indie wrestling now becuase of this podcast.

[The Rick]

I love the few episodes that Mike Timpson animated.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFuFpaGOtk0


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6gUFgWW2Xg

[Judas Iscariot]

Those are pretty awesome. Did he do more of them?

[The Rick]

Those are pretty awesome. Did he do more of them?

yup


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgJPX-7Obwo


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB2_FrFWDtY

[Judas Iscariot]

:lol: The Dreamer story about Backlund is fantastic. The poor little bastard.

I do dig Colt and I've heard bits and pieces of his podcast. I'll have to start listening to it during work now.

[The Rick]

two more


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVgeC7oKwnw



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESzs1E7zzUY

[The Rick]

The Jeremy Borash episode was pretty interesting. It was cool to hear how he.got a morning radio show in his home town, and then used it to make headway into WCW. He discussed his WCW internet show briefly. They finished off talking about the projects that TNA has going. I wouldn't call it a favorite episode, but quite interesting none the less.

[The Rick]

I listened to episode 37 today. Colt sits down with Luke Gallows. What a listen. Hilarious stories varying from his time as freakin deacon to fake Kane. Gallows hold little back in the interview, and had me laughing quite a few times. I wish they would have covered Festus a bit more, but maybe in a later interview. If you wanna try this show out, this is a great show to test the waters out with.

[The Rick]

Hornswoggle was the guest on this weeks Art of Wrestling.

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He talks about

- his growth disorder
- coming back from being paralyzed
- life on the road
- his tatoos
- his love of pro wrestling


I personally don't care one way or another for Swoggle(I did like him giving the FU to Tyson Kidd at the Royal Rumble), but he was a great listen. I do wish Colt would have brought up his hygiene, because Curt Hawkins taked about a week streatch on the road where he nor Kofi witnessed him go into the hotel bathroom to bathe. Otherwise great show.

Thankssss

[mth]

Man, I really gotta find some time to listen to some of these. Definitely a handful I'd like to hear. Though I still have a handful of interviews on my computer that Vice gave me a couple years ago that I haven't gotten around to so, yeah, good luck with that, I says to myself.

[The Rick]

Man, I really gotta find some time to listen to some of these. Definitely a handful I'd like to hear. Though I still have a handful of interviews on my computer that Vice gave me a couple years ago that I haven't gotten around to so, yeah, good luck with that, I says to myself.

So I says to you that the song of the week is Ryder singing Hoeski. Sometimes the song of the week is as big of highlight of the show as the guest.

[The Rick]

Just finished episode 51 with Chris Hero. Chris has excellent stories. The one he leaves on is how he asked Misawa if he was gonna suck his dick or what. I had to rewind a few times to listen to the story over. He talks about selling a cardboard box shot which brought Colt to tears at the time of the match. Great episode.

Did you listen to the Hornswoggle episode yet mth?

[MMH]

I have listened to the Hornswoggle one and I thought it was brilliant. One of the best ones yet. Hornswoggle has had a hell of a life.

I always liked Hornswoggle just hated how they booked him so im glad he came across as a decent bloke. I love the image of a car containing Khali, Hornswoggle, Daivari and Mark Henry.

[Newf]

The one he leaves on is how he asked Misawa if he was gonna suck his dick or what. I had to rewind a few times to listen to the story over.

That's honestly one of the best stories I've ever heard. Ever.

[mth]

Just finished episode 51 with Chris Hero. Chris has excellent stories. The one he leaves on is how he asked Misawa if he was gonna suck his dick or what. I had to rewind a few times to listen to the story over. He talks about selling a cardboard box shot which brought Colt to tears at the time of the match. Great episode.

Did you listen to the Hornswoggle episode yet mth?
Gonna probably listen to it right away here. Finally have a chunk of time to give it a whirl. :yes:

EDIT: Aaaaaand there we go. Good stuff, good stuff. Gotta say, in all honesty, I am a Hornswoggle fan. Like, the character generally doesn't work for me but the dude himself seems like a goddamn awesome dude. Love him.

[The Rick]

Alright I've been listening enough. I just bought Wrestling Road Diaries and a Thankssssss Hoodie from coltmerch.com

http://mellowwebdesign.com/IMAGES/Thanksssssssshoodie%20(1).jpg


I do love the Kali, Davari, Mark Henry story from Hornswoggle. but ending the interview with the fact that he fell asleep under the ring during a pretty big match amazed me.

[The Rick]

EDIT: Aaaaaand there we go. Good stuff, good stuff. Gotta say, in all honesty, I am a Hornswoggle fan. Like, the character generally doesn't work for me but the dude himself seems like a goddamn awesome dude. Love him.

Glad you liked it. Here are some suggestions for your next listen

-Domio's two podcasts (18) (59)
-Luke Gallows (37)
-CM Punk (2) (100)
-Live in London (88)
-Zack Ryder (52)
-Chris Hero (51)
-Sara Del Rey (27)



anyway Colt also does "Creative Has Nothing For You"


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7sfLqnNI5M


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UYusuwCFqPA

[Psycho666Soldier]

I love Creative Has Nothing For You! Have they stopped doing episodes altogether or are they just taking a break?

[The Rick]

I love Creative Has Nothing For You! Have they stopped doing episodes altogether or are they just taking a break?

I think its just a break, and they have to wait for their schedules to jive.


I just listened to Cliff Compton's 2nd appearance(episode 59 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2011/09/07/aow-59-domino-nigeria/)). This has been summed up on the animated version a few posts back. I have been holding off listening to it because I enjoyed the animated short so much.

The full story is a must listen. Even if you don't watch wrestling much anymore, the story alone is worth the time invested. The match he has with the Great Power Uti is such an amazing event. All the respect in the world for Uti for the ability to take multiple groin shots and no-sell them. Fuck the Nigerian Hogan, he's their Nigerian John Cena. Doesn't sell a fucking thing. Not even the shows apparently.

http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcS7RGBOjZ7h1KoOoYH0rj65fHTeXkUoJ uoO7XJ6BodfFAUvA1YF

can't wait to see who is on this week.

[Funboy]

Just listened to Hornswoggle's this morning. Actually humanised him lots. I'm one of the types that doesn't enjoy him at all, and while I don't send malicious tweets or anything, it is harsh that a guy doing a job he loves and always wanted to do is getting such abuse from people. As Colt said, there needs to be more positivity about the things you like rather than negativity about the things you don't. And he does serve a purpose. Kids love him. Like we had colourful characters of the 80s, he does get a huge reaction from kids. Swoggle > Khali. I know it's not much, but it's a start.

I appreciated how he didn't want to be the clichéd midget wrestler, biting asses and what not, although I think he has done in the past; and it was interesting that he applied for the doomed Juniors division. In a way, it's impressive how long he has been in the company. He and Finlay were great together, so I would have liked a few more stories about that pairing, but I *loved* how he fell asleep under the ring once! Brilliant stuff.

Have Borash's lined up now for today. Prob listen to it while I cook dinner. Looking forward to it, as I like hearing how wrestling fans who don't have the attributes to be wrestlers get into the biz. I really liked Justin Roberts' podcast, so hope Borash's is similar in interesting road to wrestling gig.

[The Rick]

last night I listened to the Johnny Gargano episode(episode 132 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/01/31/aow-132-johnny-gargano/)). I don't get to watch Dragon Gate USA, so while I've heard of Johnny Gargano, I'm not really familiar with him. Very interesting listen. He talks about getting trained very young. His father owning a restaruant, and bar. Why he doesn't drink. His passion for the business, his first impressions with Dragon Gate, and much more.

Also Colt leads in with an update about what He and Marty DeRosa are doing. They are working on new material, but it won't be "Creative Has Nothing For You". It will be a new project, and they hope to have it out by the end of the month. He said they kinda exahusted the Creative skits, and they have ideas for different things.

[mr sabu]

im slowly making my way through them all... Excalibur comes off as a rather smart dude

[The Rick]

Alright I've been listening enough. I just bought Wrestling Road Diaries and a Thankssssss Hoodie from coltmerch.com

http://mellowwebdesign.com/IMAGES/Thanksssssssshoodie%20(1).jpg.

I got the hoodie yesterday afternoon, with the Wrestling Road Diaries, and he threw in this gem.

http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcTccZDpMtZX-d4ap1_9SdNKzM4UW9enx6j2XXFwNk5lrTM3no7G

Mr Perfect #74 card from the 1990 series. I used to a have a collector's book of all my WWF cards. While many wouldn't have given two shits about it, I had a nice chuckle to myself when I opened it.

[The Rick]

http://pwa.wrestlingx.net/wrestlerimages/reckless_youth.jpg

I listened to the latest interview with Reckless Youth. (episode 133 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/02/07/aow-133-reckless-youth/)) He taks about his love for independent pro wrestling. I don't think that Colt understands that Reckless doesn't give a shit about the WWE(WWF at the time). Reckless got tryouts, but saw WWF as a way to make more money, and get his face out there a bit. He didn't like what was there, and didn't like what was being offered to him when he started there. Reckless also talks about the music challenge he had with a few fellow wrestlers in the Indies years ago. Good listen as always. The time goes real quick.

I wish Colt could or would go on a bit longer. He could cut more episodes into two parts like the Regal one. There are tons of guys that seem like they want to say so much more. Maybe its a time constraint issue. I duno.


Plus there might be a new segment. Colt's mom or grandmother(didn't quite catch which) read a famous promo. Terry Gordy from AJPW in 1983
"JAPAN... NUMBER ONE!! FOREVER!! ...FOREVER!! ...FOREVER!!" I hope it becomes a regular segment, because the possiblities are endless.

[JRSlim21]

I think its his mom. He's had her cut a few other promos; I just forget which episodes. None have disappointed

[The Rick]

Listened to the latest episode with Doug Williams. (episode 134 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/02/13/aow-134-doug-williams/)) As always, it was a very interesting interview. Doug discusses briefly...

-breaking into the business
-insight to the British wrestling scene when Williams was getting interested in the business.
-working for ROH, and TNA/Impact
-likes and dislikes about being a trainer.

Give it a listen.

http://collarandelbow.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/03/Doug.jpg



*edit
Sadly there was no "Famous Wreslting Promo" from Colts mom to lead off the interview. There needs to be more of these.

[The Rick]

http://chuck-taylor.org/wp-content/themes/ChuckOrangeStars/slides/2.jpg

The latest episode is with The Kentucky Gentleman Chuck Taylor(episode 135 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/02/21/aow-135-chuck-taylor/)). They seem to have a really wierd chemestry. This particular podcast isn't bad per se, but not as good as i expected. they cover

-how they feel about products that they edit
-their lack of a good match together
-chuck's training
-chuck's major in college
-chuck making children cry(they really should have hit this more IMO)


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wsbibukjh4

[The Rick]

I just finished the Petey Williams episode.(episode 82) As good as the Art of Wrestling was, it doesn't hold a candle to the whole episode. His Steiner stories are gold, GOLD. His Scotty voice is great too. I really wanted to hear more about Petey's training at the start, but they dove into the Scotty stories right off. I forgot all about the other details until, Colt worked him back around to it. Petey needs to do a podcast with a different story each week. I'll subscribe in a heart beat.

[Kev]

I really enjoyed listening to the Chris Masters edition on my drive to the office this morning. You get the sense that he really does love the business (growing up loving guys like Warrior and being teased for it during the Hart/HBK days prior to the Austin-Attitude era) and really turned his life around prior to getting released.

Recently I listened to Gallows but yesterday I also gave the Cabana 100th edition hosted by Punk a shot, which was hilarious (getting death stares from Cena)... but after watching youtube matches with Colt I've never understood why he's never been given a real shot with the company, especially with the mega-success of CM Punk over the last two years.

Might give the Hornswaggle one a crack on the way home, thanks for driving this thread Rick. :beer:

[maxxmisery]

Thanks for this thread, it has me hooked on the show now. Finished up ep 1 with Daivari, and it really opened my eyes to a guy that I've always overlooked as a scrub. I have a newfound respect for the man.

Going thru ep 2 with Punk right now, so far it's excellent. Glad I have a ton of episodes to catch up on, so my next few weeks will be booked up.

[mth]

I listened to the episode with Gallows the other day. Hilarious stuff. Guy seems like a really cool dude, very funny. Also listened to the one with Sinn Bodhi (Kizarny) 'cuz I've always liked the guy. Pretty interesting. And I listened to the 100th episode with Punk which was just terrific. The Rick suggested I check out the start of the Foley episode where they (Punk, Cabana, Domino) talk about Boogeyman, so I did and it was well worth it but in the end, it just made me hope Cabana would actually get Boogeyman himself on the show someday.

[Cewsh]

I really love listening to wrestler stories, and this has those in spades, but man do I hate Colt Cabana as the host. He's a great guy, and plenty funny, but he always seems so awkward and unprepared. I've only listened to the first few though./

[MikeHunt]

That's the most ill informed opinion I've ever heard. Cabana is a quality host and seems to put his guests at ease. You are wrong.

[Cewsh]

That's the most ill informed opinion I've ever heard. Cabana is a quality host and seems to put his guests at ease. You are wrong.

You're right, it is ill informed. Like I said, I only listened to the first few. He certainly does put his guests at ease, but I don't find him enjoyable as a host.

[The Rick]

You're right, it is ill informed. Like I said, I only listened to the first few. He certainly does put his guests at ease, but I don't find him enjoyable as a host.

-Domio's two podcasts (18) (59)
-Luke Gallows (37)
-CM Punk (2) (100)
-Live in London (88)
-Zack Ryder (52)
-Chris Hero (51)
-Sara Del Rey (27)
-Petey Wiliams (82)


Do it

[takerson]

The Chris Hero one is really good.

[WizoOzz]

I enjoy the podcast every time I listen to it. Cewsh, you're right in that Colt typically comes across as kind of ill prepared and awkward, but I think that part of that comes with not necessarily having a broadcast background. Most "professional" sounding podcasts are by guys who used to be in radio in some format (see the "WTF" pod, basically anything with Adam Carolla, a few smaller profile ones I listen to including Big O & Dukes and the Mike O'Meara Show - guys who are/were radio/broadcast professionals pre-podcasting). I think that's where Colt's show struggles. But in his defense, the stories save that, and he has gotten much much better in comparison to earlier podcasts. He "um"ed and "uh"ed and stammered his way through them at first, but he's gotten 100 times better as he's grown more and more accustomed to the podcast.

[Cewsh]

That's pretty much exactly how I've seen it. Knowing that he gets better is good, I'll check out some of the later ones.

[The Rick]

The latest episode really points to what Cewsh was talking about. The latest episode was taped live in Austin(episode 136). Colt really should have used separate microphones for himself, the guests, and maybe one towards the crowd. In stead it sounds like it was recorded from a solitary mic, and sounds like absolute crap. Jimmy Jacobs comes on, and has good stories, but the audio quality is so very poor. The episode has some very entertaining parts, but can be a bit much to get through. As much as it pains me to say this, this weeks episode is missable.

[Kev]

Honestly I wouldn't have listened to it anyway, never even heard of Jimmy Jacobs. Thanks for the heads up :)

[Mills]

Jimmy jacobs is awesome. One of the best indy guys around

[The Rick]

I haven't listened to the latest episode, but I did catch episode 81 with MVP. This was a great episode. MVP lets any subject go.
-being in a gang
-activities while in said gang
-time in prison
-being trained
-getting himself called up from OVW
-asking for his release.
-his love of Japan

[The Rick]

Alright so I've listened to some of the recent shows.

Episode 145 Prince Devitt (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/05/01/aow-145-prince-devitt/)
http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/p480x480/578217_364749633560718_1124941982_n.jpg
Colt sits down and they talk about Japan, and how Devitt got there. They talk about certain things they look forward to when coming over to Japan. Colt also talks about trying to bring him into ROH, and it falling through.


Episode 144: Million Dollar Man (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/04/24/aow-144-the-million-dollar-man/)
https://encrypted-tbn1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcStj5-B7n_ETvZVpFOrraJ8Lht4KBZMyXItcpH1CcYbfamqdSS-vg
Colt and Ted discuss how Ted grew up in the business, and how much respect had to do with sinking or swimming in the industry at that time. Ted talks about how the "Million Dollar Man" gimmick came about, and what ideas Vince had for it. Ted talks about living the lifestyle thanks to Vince, but then getting caught up in the demons a bit. This was what the Hillbilly Jim interview should have been.


Episode 143: Kyle OReilly (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/04/17/aow-143-kyle-oreilly/)
http://blogofhonor.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/oreilly.jpg?w=630
Kyle OReilly is a new up and coming wrestler. He is on Colt's radar, and thus Colt sits down with him. The hows and whys of his beginning in the business are discussed. They talk about road travel, and the loves and hates that it brings

[Ringo]

Everyone should listen to the Regal 2 parter. On the Devitt episode now.

[Ringo]

Drawing off Compton's story about his trip to Nigeria...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ArtNKKxVr5I

Absolutely brilliant.

The commentary :lol:

[Andy]

I'm going to be spending a lot of time on the train this week so can you guys recommend me a few good episodes of this? Is there many with good stories/chats from WWE guys?

[The Rick]

I'm going to be spending a lot of time on the train this week so can you guys recommend me a few good episodes of this? Is there many with good stories/chats from WWE guys?

Current and former. Then there are other episodes that are just great. If you go back,a page or two I listed off some really good episodes, and embedded the links to them. Youhave to listen to both of Cliff Compton's 18&59. That's why you are starting to see some 18f'n59 shirts at shows.

[mth]

Listen to Hornswoggle and Festus and the 100th one that Punk hosts.

[Andy]

Just listened to the Justin Roberts one, really interesting. Such a weird dream to have to want to be an announcer but he basically just wouldn't stop bugging people till he got there.

[Kev]

I listened to the Harry Smith one on the way into work.

I love hearing about the Cowboy hat and how it came into play, and how he didn't really give a rip about how it came across because he realised he was winding down in WWE. I hope his MMA career takes off as he seems like a genuinely decent person, if perhaps a little lazy in the way he went about in his WWE career. Just looking at interviews, it seems like he expected to be pushed rather than worked to do so. In this particular one he mentioned that he very rarely spoke to Vince and it seems like as long as he was tagging with Kidd, he was content.

That's a bit of an unfair assessment I suppose, still, good interview :)

[Ringo]

He's clearly been working hard on his ring work since leaving the company and has impressed me both in New Japan and the indies. I fully expect him to be back in WWE before too long. He's only 27 which is mad. Debut at 14.

[Ringo]

The Ciampa episode is great. Starts off with him telling the story of his appearance as Muhammed Hassan's lawyer on Smackdown where he got tombstoned by The Undertaker. Apparently the segment was really important because it came right after the terrorism stuff and UPN had threatened to cancel their contract so Ciampa was in there reading this scripted apology and they told him to make sure it came across as sincere. As Colt pointed out, kind of odd that they'd pick a random 20 year old independent wrestler to do it rather than you know, Vince or something. He also said Stephanie gave him a tour of the arena and was basically the nicest person you can imagine.

Later on he goes into detail about his troubles after getting fired from developmental. Got into drugs and tried to kill himself, eventually deciding to continue with wrestling and make a real go of it which led to ROH etc.

Also searched for some promos because I didn't think I'd ever really seen him talk in ROH. He's always had a mouthpiece. This is good:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUWFqIwELAw

Hope he makes it back to WWE, could well happen given they are obviously looking to ROH for new talent already.

[The Rick]

Art of Wrestling Episode 148: Demolition SMASH (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/05/22/aow-148-demolition-smash/). Fucking Smash


http://whatistheexcel.com/wooobooru/_images/c62667bae0f82a02edc65cddf08f629a/1409%20-%20demolition%20smash%20summerslam%20wwf.png

Nuf said!

[GeezaTap]

Current and former. Then there are other episodes that are just great. If you go back,a page or two I listed off some really good episodes, and embedded the links to them. Youhave to listen to both of Cliff Compton's 18&59. That's why you are starting to see some 18f'n59 shirts at shows.

So THAT'S where 18F'n59 comes from!

It's bugged me for ages.

You're a good man.

[The Rick]

So THAT'S where 18F'n59 comes from!

It's bugged me for ages.

You're a good man.

Did you listen to either of them yet?

[Hero!]

Sat down to listen the Devitt one and ended up spending almost 10 hours listening to these. MVPs is amazing, the one where Punk interviews Colt was very interesting, and Domino is a really good story teller. You guys seriously need to check this shit out.

[MikeHunt]

Just saw you got a wee reply from mr 1859 on twitter! He answered you question well. Hahaha!

[Hero!]

Ahahaha, YESSS!!!!

He wasn't kidding when he said he replies to everyone, lol

[Hero!]

Blahaha, he's even following me. COMPTON is awesome.

[MikeHunt]

Get a rajah shout out.

[Mills]

Blahaha, he's even following me. COMPTON is awesome.

During Rajah Survivor, he followed our tribe's twitter page. I marked hard after he retweeted me telling him to crack em in da mouth.

[GeezaTap]

Did you listen to either of them yet?

Listened to them ages ago, just a bit too naive to get the reference.

Great show, but there should be a ban on Colt mentioned getting released from WWE for a good few eps.

[The Rick]

Listening to episode 150 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/06/05/aow-150-kevin-steen-returns/)right now with the Return of Kevin Steen.

http://i3.ytimg.com/vi/FwKw6pEutqk/mqdefault.jpg

Already starting out really interesting. They are in Australia during the recording of the podcast. Steen talks about his zoo enthusiasm, and Colt and his visit to a local Perth zoo. They share some anecdotes about being in the ring. They share their perspectives on ROH with Jim Cornette. And much more.

[JRSlim21]

The whole Colt Cabana/ROH thing was really interesting. Both brought up good points. The whole thing about when Sinclair bought ROH & they had no idea who Colt was insane. I wonder when Vince bought WCW how much of the talent they knew about that weren't Sting or any of the big names from the past

[Peter Griffin]

I would of thought a fair bit, due to staff and wrestlers migrating from WCW to WWF having knowledge of the talent.

[mr sabu]

aow 151 with Dave melter is up on

http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/

[Hero!]

Listening to the Les Thatcher one right now, definitely gotta listen to KRONE METZLER after. Thatcher is such a wonderfully delightful guy.

If you haven't watched MTV's True Life: I'm a pro wrestler (ft Thatcher) give it a watch.

[Hero!]

Meltzer has a total nerd voice.

[Stanford]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTPsZUJtwPw

Dave Meltzer!

[MMH]

I found the Meltzer interview to be very interesting listening to his background and all that. It was weird hearing a wrestler interview a wrestling writer as opposed to the opposite way round for a change.

[Slare]

Really enjoyed the Meltzer one. Really humanized him as a guy who just loves the business and was awesome to hear him so animated and clearly enjoying himself opposed to half the wrestling observer radios where he just sounds like a defeated man.

[Defrost]

I blame Alverez for that

[Slare]

Nah I like Bryan, tries to perk things up a bit, but sometimes yeah he seems like tries to do the cool kid 'hate everything' omg why am I even watching thing. But I think with Dave it's just so constant, 4 or 5 radio shows a week on top of everything else he does.

[RuneEdge]

No way, he got Meltzer on the show. I thought you guys were talking about Meltzer on a podcast of his own. Will check it out. :yes:

[mr sabu]

AOW 152: Rollerball Rocco (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/06/19/aow-152-rollerball-rocco/)

British wrestling legend, Mark Rollerball Rocco is this weeks guest. A true pioneer and trendsetter, Mark helped change a wrestling style in both England and Japan as Black Tiger. Listen as Mark passes down stories to Colt from York Hall in England

[MMH]

Nah I like Bryan, tries to perk things up a bit, but sometimes yeah he seems like tries to do the cool kid 'hate everything' omg why am I even watching thing. But I think with Dave it's just so constant, 4 or 5 radio shows a week on top of everything else he does.

Agreed. The whole Meltzer shitting on everything stuff is a complete myth anyway. Out of all the guys out there I would say he is one of the more positive ones.

Marc Rocco being on this week is great news. My favourite ever wrestler.

[mr sabu]

this week has a goblet rink man

[The Rick]

Episode 153 Honky Freaking Tonk Man (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/06/26/aow-153-honky-tonk-man/)


http://i.wrestlinginc.com/pics/honky-tonk-man.jpg


Great episode. Colt sits down with the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all time. They talk about...
-HTM getting into the business
-Who gave him the gimmick(it wasn't vince)
-stealing from other wrestlers
-signing his legends contract
-Jimmy Hart
-and much more

[Hero!]

Justin Credible's episode was great. REALLY humble dude and I never knew about all the issues he had. Such a genuinely cool dude and I really wish him the best these days.

[The Rick]

Justin Credible's episode was great. REALLY humble dude and I never knew about all the issues he had. Such a genuinely cool dude and I really wish him the best these days.

Yup. I second this. I haven't been in here to post about it, but great episode. Talks about his drug habits, and how he is just now 6 months sober. I hope the guy can make it.

[Hero!]

I never would have guessed that he was so fucked up, but I'm glad he's doing well. He only lives about 30 minutes from me too, lol.

[MikeHunt]

Justin Credible's episode was great. REALLY humble dude and I never knew about all the issues he had. Such a genuinely cool dude and I really wish him the best these days.

You should listen to his two parter on "inside the ropes" great podcast that everyone should listen to.

[Hero!]

Where find?

[MikeHunt]

I get it from my podcast app. I assume that you could find it through iTunes.

[MikeHunt]

Also maybe here????

http://www.insidetheropes.co.uk/

[mr sabu]

listening to the Justin one how until the newest one comes up in roughly 2 hours

[takerson]

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https://si0.twimg.com/profile_images/3326963389/652a3783b5672d9c0d016f15fc7f7647_normal.jpegSteve AustinVerified account‏@steveaustinBSR (https://twitter.com/steveaustinBSR)

Talked to @ColtCabana (https://twitter.com/ColtCabana) for the first time. Gonna have him on the #steveaustinshow (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23steveaustinshow&src=hash). And he'll get me on #artofwrestling (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23artofwrestling&src=hash) in a few weeks.

[Ringo]

:hyper:

[mr sabu]

won't be happening for a while colt just said he's going to scotland for a month

AOW 157: Robert Evans (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/07/24/aow-157-robert-evans/) Archibald Peck? RD Evans? All we know for sure is Robert Evans is one of the most charismatic wrestlers in the ring today. With a sharp tounge and a fun wit, Robert and Colt sitdown to discuss a whole variety of topics. An easy and fun chat.

[MikeHunt]

Colt is coming to Edinburgh for a month. I hope he records some stuff over here. Grado would be brilliant, whiplash as well. Sabu is also over at the same time so fingers crossed for a wee chat with him as I don't think he's done it before?

[Andy]

What's Colt doing over here? Some festival stuff?

[GeezaTap]

Most nights during the Fringe Colt and the comedian Brendon Burns are doing live commentary to bad wrestling matches, including matches the audience bring.

Should be a good laugh.

[Andy]

Cool, might head along.

[takerson]

Leaving to go to an indie show in 5 minutes to see Colt Cabana. :D Excited.

[Ringo]

Brendon Burns had me struggling to control myself on the tube as I listened to his appearance on the London episode of the podcast. The heckling of the Great Khali :D

[Hero!]

Leaving to go to an indie show in 5 minutes to see Colt Cabana. :D Excited.


I thought Cabana was in Scotland?

[takerson]

I thought Cabana was in Scotland?

Well he was in Orlando FL last night...


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[MikeHunt]

Did you change your shirt for the photo?

[takerson]

Nah. Just photoshopped it.

[MikeHunt]

That is a stupid answer to a proper question. Why did you do that?

[Hlebsfall]

You can just see the enthusiasm drain out of Colt's face in each of the photos, after the same weirdo comes up to him in the exact same place 3 times in the same night wanting a photo.

[takerson]

That is a stupid answer to a proper question. Why did you do that?

I thought you were being sarcastic, so I gave a sarcastic answer. I was wrong.

Yes, first pic after I bought his shirt, second after I changed into it. Third hours later when I came up and bought his Wrestling Road Diaries DVD and a $10 signed poster. No enthusiasm was lost because of me, who gave the man $50 for the 3 photos, I even apologized and said it was because I didn't expect to see him again anytime soon. He never comes to FL. He was in a down mood all night, but trying to force-nice for everyone. It looked like he hadn't slept at all the night before.

[Matthew]

i do not think i would ever give anyone money to take a picture with them. especially an indy wrestler. amazing.

[takerson]

I didn't give him money TO take a picture with him, I gave him money for a Tshirt, DVD, and Poster, therefore didn't feel bad/felt entitled to ask for more than one picture. :P

[Matthew]

word things better, then

[Ringo]

$50!? Fuck. How much each? :squint: I didn't know wrestlers charged for photos...

EDIT: well ok then.

[The Rosk]

You can just see the enthusiasm drain out of Colt's face in each of the photos, after the same weirdo comes up to him in the exact same place 3 times in the same night wanting a photo.

Haahhhsshavabjalllk

[The Rosk]

I didn't give him money TO take a picture with him, I gave him money for a Tshirt, DVD, and Poster, therefore didn't feel bad/felt entitled to ask for more than one picture. :P

Yeah of course you weren't that bothered about the picture at all really. You only took three of them and uploaded them to a wrestling forum within 24 hours.

[MikeHunt]

In two threads.

[Hero!]

Tbf, Colt has said multiple times on his podcast that he loves having fans come to him for pictures & autographs. I think in episode 100 of AOW, where Punk interviews Colt, Cabana talks about how he wishes he got the same attention as Punk. When you're an indie guy, you should be pretty happy when someone wants to take a picture with you, especially if they've bought your merch. The picture costs the wrestler nothing, but the merch purchase could be the difference between being able to afford your light bill or not.

[Tainted Eclipse]

i hate to say it but how much must it kinda suck to be cabana. his best friend who was less athletic and smaller than him coming up is now the second biggest star in the business and a multimillionaire and he's hopping around indies trying to make a living.

[Hero!]

Not to mention, ROH won't book him, TNA don't want him, he's burned his bridges with the NWA, and Japan doesn't seem too interested having him around. The dude is literally working super small time indies, Chikara, or JCW.

[The Rosk]

But he is earning more than anyone else in that situation so I am sure he is fine.

[Mills]

Sure, but wouldn't you rather see some success from your hard work?

[The Rick]

Sure, but wouldn't you rather see some success from your hard work?

Well his fortunes might be changing soon. A few weeks ago he talked about possibly signing with a big company, but couldn't go into it. This was the first week that HULU started advertising on his podcast.

[Hero!]

I know he had a commentary try out with WWE. Plus, he's been plugging WWE on Hulu pretty hard.

[JRSlim21]

Not to mention, ROH won't book him, TNA don't want him, he's burned his bridges with the NWA, and Japan doesn't seem too interested having him around. The dude is literally working super small time indies, Chikara, or JCW.

Supposedly ROH is open to have him, with several wrestlers campaigning and telling him to sign (chief among them, Kevin Steen) but Colt is reluctant to follow up

[Hero!]

Striker was pretty interesting this week, but I swear the guy has this undeserved ego. I know he's knowledgable, but he seems to be so quick to point out the fault in others and suck himself off.

[Kev]

I've avoided a good number of the last six or seven, because they're people who are either uninteresting or not-noteworthy so I'm looking forward to having a listen to this. My podkicker app seems to be struggling downloading it though, I've tried twice and gotten a few errors...

[Kev]

Anyone listened to Stone Cold's stuff? It's been interesting hear him talk to Angle, Storm, Stratus and HBK...

[JRSlim21]

Just listened to the Hall one. Good stuff.

[The Rick]

Striker was pretty interesting this week, but I swear the guy has this undeserved ego. I know he's knowledgable, but he seems to be so quick to point out the fault in others and suck himself off.

Which is probably one reason as to why he was so quick to develop heat backstage. Overall I really enjoyed the whole episode. From the C.M. Punk opening, through all of Striker's stories.


I just got done listening to the most recent episode with Portia Perez(episode 159 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/08/07/aow-159-portia-perez/))

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNf7GRHXMXA
Her stories were just great. She talks about her Canadian adventures, and other favorite countries she has been to. Her grandfather is her biggest fan, and she had to clue him in on some things about the business.

[JRSlim21]

Past 2 were entertaining. I'm curious for more info on that whole thing between her & Serena

[WizoOzz]

Anyone listened to Stone Cold's stuff? It's been interesting hear him talk to Angle, Storm, Stratus and HBK...

I downloaded several of them after hearing him on Adam Carolla's podcast. Great, great stuff. The ones with Hall and DDP were great listening.

[JRSlim21]

Agreed on the past 4 with DDP and Razor Ray-moan. Gonna patiently await the crossover podcast with Colt if it ever happens

[Bert]

Past 2 were entertaining. I'm curious for more info on that whole thing between her & Serena

HLA?

I might have to listen. :shifty:

[Newf]

Agreed on the past 4 with DDP and Razor Ray-moan. Gonna patiently await the crossover podcast with Colt if it ever happens

I'm not sure it will... I think during the JoMo episode of Colt's Colt might've made a comment about how he hoped JoMo didn't "go all DDP" with his fitness thing and start pushing it on everyone... I think that comment might've irked DDP and he was later asked about it and DDP basically said "who IS Colt Cabana anyway?"

[The Rick]

Colt has said that they are already doing it. They are just waiting for their schedules to line up. Colt has been in Scotland lately.

[mr sabu]

so the miz is this weeks guest

im probably going to skip this

AOW 160: The Miz (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/08/14/aow-160-the-miz/)

WWE Superstar The Miz is hosting this years Summerslam, but today Colt is doing the hosting. Listen how Mike becomes the Miz and how he handles the pressure of not only the WWE, but maintaining his place on the card. From reality shows to the WWE.

[The Rick]

See this is one I'm going to make sure to catch. Miz is usually pretty entertaining in interviews, and I don't see this being any different. I'm interested in how candid he will be.

[The Rick]

The Miz episode(160 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/08/14/aow-160-the-miz/)) was great. He seemed quite candid quite a bit of the time. One of my favorite points was his father's fandom. It didn't start until Miz went to the WWE, and his fandom is that of the common man. Miz's father has no placement of characters and history past the greater characters. Upon trying to give his son some advice to get "over", he tells Miz to do the flip that Evan Borne does. I had a nice jog while listening to the episode.

[Bert]

Yeah, it was really great.

I was one of those people who hated The Miz when he was on Tough Enough and then when he was host of RAW but I think it was around the time he gave that great promo to MVP that I started to become a believer.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eb_jEMFoi_k

I marked out like crazy when he won the wwe title on RAW.

Hopefully some of the haters will listen to the podcast and see how he's not as douchey as he first appears.

[mth]

Definitely going to give Miz a listen. Should be interesting.

Would love it if Colt had Goldust or The Boogeyman on sometime.

[Andy]

Any of the Scotland boys fancy going to see his show this week?

[Hero!]

The Miz one was fantastic. I know he's in "corporate" mode here, but he really seems to not even mind doing what he's currently doing. I'm sure his body appreciates the time to heal anyway. I loved Miz in the main event and wouldn't mind seeing him there again. The thing with Miz, though, is that he's gotta be heel and he's gotta have somebody with him. He was best with Morrison, Big Show, Riley, and Truth, but on his own...ehhh.

[Psycho666Soldier]

I feel like Miz could do on his own at this point. He's really improved immensely, and I loved everything he did as a heel, but having a lackey is always a nice touch. I dunno, I say give him a shot without anyone backing him up, letting him do his thing to his fullest ability, and if it gets a bit stale, add a lackey.

[The Rick]

I do understand some people's problems with Colt's interviewing skills(or lack thereof). It generally doesn't get in my way of enjoying his shows though. There are a few shows here and there, where just a few communications classes could have helped keep the show tighter and more fluid. I don't know if that would kill some of the spontaneity, and spark that the show seems to have.

[Andy]

Come on you dicks. Who's coming? I can do tomorrow night or Saturday night.

[MikeHunt]

Grado on the show this week!!!!!!!

[Slare]

Hhaa fucking GRADO. Ill be listening to this tonight

[MikeHunt]

Be excited you yank fucks!!!!!

[The Rick]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5hX5eUOmvs



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck4iSTSs1xM

[MikeHunt]

Yes rick! More more more! The man is a wrestling god!

[The Rick]

Episode 161: Grado (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/08/21/aow-161-grado-2/)

http://wrestleshark.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/336216_4685088010875_536423962_o.jpg?w=220&h=300

Wow. Very entertaining from start to finish. He has such a love of what he does, and for the host Colt Cabana. He goes into breaking into wrestling, and the cult following in Glasgow for ICW. He talks about entertaining people with wrestling, and being entertained by wrestling. Towards the end he reveals how he picked his name. Now Colt isn't always the quickest on the take, and for this show I think it helped. I understood Grado the whole time, but when he started to speed up he would lose Colt. Colt would have to question him, and it slowed him down. It was never a problem for me, but you could tell Grado was nervous at points and would speed up. Good Stuff.

And because of the podcast, I'm watching this...



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9Sr55fI6zU

[MikeHunt]

Watch everything related to him. Looking forward to t commute across this city listening to this today.

[The Rick]

I will say getting a full crowd to sing "LIke a Prayer" is a pretty awesome sound.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2QaIWwpusc

[Hero!]

I have no clue who grado is

[The Rick]

I have no clue who grado is


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4djfuQYjgY

[Bert]

Needs subtitles.

[wardy]

That's pretty much what I sound like. He's from the same area as me and he goes out with a wee ginger bird that was a couple of years below me at school. Pretty sure he's the same age as me too but due to the rampant religious segregation in the West of Scotland, we went to different schools.

[Hero!]

The Genius is absolutely amazing. Seriously, what an interesting guy to listen to.

[mr sabu]

just put up

AOW 174: Steve Austin (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/11/20/aow-174-steve-austin/) Posted on November 20, 2013 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2013/11/20/aow-174-steve-austin/) by Administrator (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/author/administrator/)
Stone Cold Steve Austin is one of, if not, the most popular wrestlers of all time. Now, hes hanging out with Colt, talking shop like its no big deal. From WWF merchandise records to moving the fork lift, Steve makes for a great podcast. Oh Hell Yea!

[The Rick]

I usually don't listen to the live podcast of Colt's, but I was recommended to go back a few weeks and check out the Keighley England episode. So fucking funny. Episode 182 (http://tsmradio.com/coltcabana/2014/01/15/aow-182-keighley-england-live/)has Colt sitting down with previous guests Chuck Taylor, and Adam Cole. They share some funny road stories, and some inside secrets. Chuckie T shares his favorite thing to do on Twitter. It might involve Darren Young.

Go listen to it.

[JRSlim21]

I'm right now listening to the Quackenbush podcast. Interesting so far. No official comment until I finish it.