No Deep Dive this time!  Instead, join the Matt's as we give you another "commuter special" shorter episode, where we explore Superstars of the past that never received a title run.  Who was a well-established Superstar from the Golden Era that surprisingly never had a championship around their waist?  Who comes to YOUR mind?  Were they deserving?  How could it have happened?  This is our first of hopefully many casts where we challenge each other to Book a Title Run for one of our faves, by RE-Booking some events of the past.  This is what we LOVE, and we hope you enjoy!

No Deep Dive this time!  Instead, join the Matt's as we give you another "commuter special" shorter episode, where we explore Superstars of the past that never received a title run.  Who was a well-established Superstar from the Golden Era that surprisingly never had a championship around their waist?  Who comes to YOUR mind?  Were they deserving?  How could it have happened?  This is our first of hopefully many casts where we challenge each other to Book a Title Run for one of our faves, by RE-Booking some events of the past.  This is what we LOVE, and we hope you enjoy!

Season 3 Episode 6: Minisode - Booking Title Runs

We invite you to join us, for this long-awaited episode.  The professional wrestling career of Scott Hall was memorable to say the least.  From humble beginnings in WCW, to the WWE pushing him to super-stardom, Razor Ramon will be a name that goes down in the history books as one of the greatest wrestlers ever.  In this career retrospective, we focus on all things "good" that "The Bad Guy" brought to the world of sports entertainment.  While we understand that his life outside the squared circle was rough to say the least, that is not our focus.  So please enjoy this podcast, as we celebrate a career lived on the Razor's Edge!

We invite you to join us, for this long-awaited episode.  The professional wrestling career of Scott Hall was memorable to say the least.  From humble beginnings in WCW, to the WWE pushing him to super-stardom, Razor Ramon will be a name that goes down in the history books as one of the greatest wrestlers ever.  In this career retrospective, we focus on all things "good" that "The Bad Guy" brought to the world of sports entertainment.  While we understand that his life outside the squared circle was rough to say the least, that is not our focus.  So please enjoy this podcast, as we celebrate a career lived on the Razor's Edge!

Season 3 Episode 5: Remembering Razor

1993 was nearing an end.  Hulk Hogan was gone.  Business was down.  Attendance was struggling.  Jerry Lawler was in legal trouble.  The Steroid trial date was official.  How could Vince McMahon overcome all of this downturn?  How about bringing back the Thanksgiving Eve tradition?!  The 4-on-4 Elimination tag-match Pay-Per-View was set to be the Feel-Good event of the year!  But did it live to expectations?  Did the outside events of the time overshadow and negatively effect what would happen in the ring?  Did the fans get what they wanted?  Did it all makes sense?  The Matt's are here to review, resolve, and rebook it all!

1993 was nearing an end.  Hulk Hogan was gone.  Business was down.  Attendance was struggling.  Jerry Lawler was in legal trouble.  The Steroid trial date was official.  How could Vince McMahon overcome all of this downturn?  How about bringing back the Thanksgiving Eve tradition?!  The 4-on-4 Elimination tag-match Pay-Per-View was set to be the Feel-Good event of the year!  But did it live to expectations?  Did the outside events of the time overshadow and negatively effect what would happen in the ring?  Did the fans get what they wanted?  Did it all makes sense?  The Matt's are here to review, resolve, and rebook it all!

Season 3 Episode 4: Survivor Series 1993 - Guess Who's Coming To Dinner!

It took us a long time to get here... but the Matt's are FINALLY diving into what was The Nature Boy Ric Flair's first WWF run, in 1991!  Flair entered the World Wrestling Federation just as a major shift started to occur.  The "Real World's Champion" made an impact with a new audience right away, that was ready to something different.  But were the plans for Flair not what was hoped for?  Did they change?  Did things culminate too quickly for the 16-time World Champ?  Find out, and take a listen, and we explore Ric Flair's iconic entrance, into a different world of sports entertainment!

It took us a long time to get here... but the Matt's are FINALLY diving into what was The Nature Boy Ric Flair's first WWF run, in 1991!  Flair entered the World Wrestling Federation just as a major shift started to occur.  The "Real World's Champion" made an impact with a new audience right away, that was ready to something different.  But were the plans for Flair not what was hoped for?  Did they change?  Did things culminate too quickly for the 16-time World Champ?  Find out, and take a listen, and we explore Ric Flair's iconic entrance, into a different world of sports entertainment!

Season 3 Episode 3 - Was It Fair to Flair?

The Matt's are back, and it's the Episode you've been waiting for!  It's all about The ULTIMATE WARRIOR!  BUT... it may not be the career retrospective you might expect.  Take a listen, and leave us feedback, as we discuss the "parts unknown" time period of the Ultimate Warrior's career, where it all fell apart.  Did the Warrior really achieve victory at Wrestlemania 7?  We believe that the WWF could have added so much more to the Legend of the Warrior, and we are out to prove it!

The Matt's are back, and it's the Episode you've been waiting for!  It's all about The ULTIMATE WARRIOR!  BUT... it may not be the career retrospective you might expect.  Take a listen, and leave us feedback, as we discuss the "parts unknown" time period of the Ultimate Warrior's career, where it all fell apart.  Did the Warrior really achieve victory at Wrestlemania 7?  We believe that the WWF could have added so much more to the Legend of the Warrior, and we are out to prove it!

Season 3 Episode 2: Ultimate Warrior - A Journey into Parts Unknown

It's the Season 3 Opener of TAKING IT TO THE MATTS!  And we went ALL IN for this one.  IT'S WRESTLEMANIA 7!  And it's quite possibly the deepest dive that we've ever done! A true change in the business was taking place, and only the genius's behind the scenes knew about it.  Take this journey with us, as we explore one of the largest Wrestlemania cards in history, and listen as we unpack the story behind the venue, the double-main event, each of the other 13 matches, the world conflict that was going on, and what is all meant!  Thank you so much for your support!

It's the Season 3 Opener of TAKING IT TO THE MATTS!  And we went ALL IN for this one.  IT'S WRESTLEMANIA 7!  And it's quite possibly the deepest dive that we've ever done! A true change in the business was taking place, and only the genius's behind the scenes knew about it.  Take this journey with us, as we explore one of the largest Wrestlemania cards in history, and listen as we unpack the story behind the venue, the double-main event, each of the other 13 matches, the world conflict that was going on, and what is all meant!  Thank you so much for your support!

Season 3 Episode 1: Wrestlemania 7 - A Changing of the Card

In the 1980's and 90's, Hulkamania truly ran wild, and that's what the Matts do in this Season 2 Finale!  We take an Immortal Dive into the professional career Hulk Hogan - what made the Red and Yellow so iconic and popular?  How did it last for so long?  Did Hogan always have the best interest of the business in mind?  Is the Hulkster on YOUR Pro Wrestling Mount Rushmore?  Thank you all for listening to our 2nd Season of Taking It To The Matts, and please let us know what you think - about Hogan, and about our podcast - on Instagram!  #taking_it_to_the_matts

In the 1980's and 90's, Hulkamania truly ran wild, and that's what the Matts do in this Season 2 Finale!  We take an Immortal Dive into the professional career Hulk Hogan - what made the Red and Yellow so iconic and popular?  How did it last for so long?  Did Hogan always have the best interest of the business in mind?  Is the Hulkster on YOUR Pro Wrestling Mount Rushmore?  Thank you all for listening to our 2nd Season of Taking It To The Matts, and please let us know what you think - about Hogan, and about our podcast - on Instagram!  #taking_it_to_the_matts

Season 2 Episode 12: Leave It To Hogan

If you enjoyed our previous 6-pack of questions episode, then you will love this Fatal 4-Way!  Join the Matt's, as each of us pose a couple of questions, reflecting on topics like: what held incredible workers back, Superstars reaching their potential, the KLIQ, and how Vince McMahon has sustained it all!  It's 4-Down Territory!  We're going for the End Zone - and we may even squeeze in some NFL to get there!  ENJOY!

If you enjoyed our previous 6-pack of questions episode, then you will love this Fatal 4-Way!  Join the Matt's, as each of us pose a couple of questions, reflecting on topics like: what held incredible workers back, Superstars reaching their potential, the KLIQ, and how Vince McMahon has sustained it all!  It's 4-Down Territory!  We're going for the End Zone - and we may even squeeze in some NFL to get there!  ENJOY!

Season 2 Episode 11: 4 Down Territory

From Lord Alfred Hayes, to the Immortal Hulk Hogan, we've got a random 6-pack of topics, questions, answers, and discussion for your ride to or from the office!  30 minutes!  Quick-hitters!  ENJOY!

From Lord Alfred Hayes, to the Immortal Hulk Hogan, we've got a random 6-pack of topics, questions, answers, and discussion for your ride to or from the office!  30 minutes!  Quick-hitters!  ENJOY!

Season 2 Episode 10: The 6-pack Commuter Special

You guessed it:  THE REBOOKING!   But can you guess the matches?  Have you listened to our previous rebookings of Wrestlemania 9 and King of the Ring?  Listen to where we thought the direction should have gone, and let us know what YOU think on social media!  Follow/Like/Share at taking_it_to_the_matts on Instagram! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT!  

You guessed it:  THE REBOOKING!   But can you guess the matches?  Have you listened to our previous rebookings of Wrestlemania 9 and King of the Ring?  Listen to where we thought the direction should have gone, and let us know what YOU think on social media!  Follow/Like/Share at taking_it_to_the_matts on Instagram! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Season 2 Episode 9 Part 2 - Summerslam 93: Narcissist Forever

Join Matt C and RA Matt, as they Re-live, Re-hash, and even Re-imagine their childhood glory days of the WWE, from the 1990's! Come along on this journey with us, give us your feedback, and enjoy the ride!

The Final Stop on our 1993 Triology, takes us to the Palace of Auburn Hills, Michigan, for Summerslam!  Just when you thought the WWF was headed in one direction, they turned the tables once again, by anointing Lex Luger as the man who could do the impossible!  On board the USS Intrepid, "The Narcissist" character was forgotten, and the All-American was reborn, as Lex Luger bodyslammed the over 500-pound monster champion, Yokozuna!  Could Luger ride the Lex Express 9000 miles across the country, all the way to Summerslam, and become the new World Champion?  Did the WWF have their replacement for Hulkamania?  Find out, as the Matt's break it all down!

The Final Stop on our 1993 Triology, takes us to the Palace of Auburn Hills, Michigan, for Summerslam!  Just when you thought the WWF was headed in one direction, they turned the tables once again, by anointing Lex Luger as the man who could do the impossible!  On board the USS Intrepid, "The Narcissist" character was forgotten, and the All-American was reborn, as Lex Luger bodyslammed the over 500-pound monster champion, Yokozuna!  Could Luger ride the Lex Express 9000 miles across the country, all the way to Summerslam, and become the new World Champion?  Did the WWF have their replacement for Hulkamania?  Find out, as the Matt's break it all down!

Season 2 Episode 9 Part 1 - Summerslam 93: The Rise of Luger

Season 2 Episode 8 Part 2: 1993 King of the Ring: Reloaded

The 2nd episode in our 1993 Trilogy takes us to the first ever King Of The Ring Pay-Per-View!  Once again, the WWF was attempting a big change, hoping to showcase their new talent roster, promote the athleticism of the product, and figure out just who would be their Superstars of the future.  The King of the Ring was sure to promote those who deserved the chance to display their in-ring talents, and finally also help close the "early-90's" book on Hulkamania.  Enjoy a detailed dive into the 1993 King of the Ring, as we dissect the event's highs and lows, and stay tuned for the REBOOKING Episode!

The 2nd episode in our 1993 Trilogy takes us to the first ever King Of The Ring Pay-Per-View!  Once again, the WWF was attempting a big change, hoping to showcase their new talent roster, promote the athleticism of the product, and figure out just who would be their Superstars of the future.  The King of the Ring was sure to promote those who deserved the chance to display their in-ring talents, and finally also help close the "early-90's" book on Hulkamania.  Enjoy a detailed dive into the 1993 King of the Ring, as we dissect the event's highs and lows, and stay tuned for the REBOOKING Episode!

Season 2 Episode 8 Part 1 - 1993 King of the Ring: Revolutions

And now, the RE-BOOKING!  Careers begin.  Storylines optimized.  Closure brought.  A clearer path to the future!

And now, the RE-BOOKING!  Careers begin.  Storylines optimized.  Closure brought.  A clearer path to the future!

Season 2 Episode 7 Part 2 - Wrestlemania 9: A New Hope

The First Episode, in our 1993 Pay-Per-View Trilogy, takes us back to Caesar's Palace, and Wrestlemania 9!  Things were supposed to be a-changing.  The era of the super-heavyweights, mythical figures, and larger-than-life personalities, was being overcome with the true athletes and wrestlers.  Or was it?  Was the WWF not ready to give up on the golden era just yet?  Was the audience still clamoring for the nostalgia of Hulkamania to keep running wild?  I can tell you and the Matts were ready to embrace the change!  But the Hope would be put on hold.  Join us, as we discuss the Wrestlemania 9 Card, in it's entirety, and the countless rough endings, that weren't really endings at all.

The First Episode, in our 1993 Pay-Per-View Trilogy, takes us back to Caesar's Palace, and Wrestlemania 9!  Things were supposed to be a-changing.  The era of the super-heavyweights, mythical figures, and larger-than-life personalities, was being overcome with the true athletes and wrestlers.  Or was it?  Was the WWF not ready to give up on the golden era just yet?  Was the audience still clamoring for the nostalgia of Hulkamania to keep running wild?  I can tell you and the Matts were ready to embrace the change!  But the Hope would be put on hold.  Join us, as we discuss the Wrestlemania 9 Card, in it's entirety, and the countless rough endings, that weren't really endings at all.

Season 2 Episode 7 Part 1 - Wrestlemania 9: Hogan Strikes Back

Tag Team Wrestling!  In this episode, we examine the overall scope of Tag Teams, back in the early 90's.  Which Teams worked?  Which didn't?  Was it a promotion or demotion to be put into a tag team?  Can the overall goal of a professional wrestler be "limited" to Tag Team Championships?  Join our TEAM, as we take Tag Team Wrestling TO THE MATTS!

Tag Team Wrestling!  In this episode, we examine the overall scope of Tag Teams, back in the early 90's.  Which Teams worked?  Which didn't?  Was it a promotion or demotion to be put into a tag team?  Can the overall goal of a professional wrestler be "limited" to Tag Team Championships?  Join our TEAM, as we take Tag Team Wrestling TO THE MATTS!

Season 2 Episode 6: The Tag Is Made

Wembley Stadium, in London England, was host to one of the most iconic Pay-Per-View events of the 1990's.  We FINALLY get to review and reflect on this Classic Summerslam - and probably talk about some rebookings as well!  Join us, as we go "across the pond" for this look-back!

Wembley Stadium, in London England, was host to one of the most iconic Pay-Per-View events of the 1990's.  We FINALLY get to review and reflect on this Classic Summerslam - and probably talk about some rebookings as well!  Join us, as we go "across the pond" for this look-back!

Season 2 Episode 5: London Calling - Summerslam 92

What about WCW?  Were you tuned in to World Championship Wrestling back in the Golden Era?  Or did you exclusively watch WWF programming? In this episode, we examine what made the companies so different, and run through countless Professional Wrestlers who started their careers "down south", and got called "up north" to become official Superstars!  

What about WCW?  Were you tuned in to World Championship Wrestling back in the Golden Era?  Or did you exclusively watch WWF programming? In this episode, we examine what made the companies so different, and run through countless Professional Wrestlers who started their careers "down south", and got called "up north" to become official Superstars!

Season 2 Episode 4: Clash of the Companies

Circle

Madison Square, that is!  In 1991, the Party to end the summer saw 3 titles change hands!...  Somebody go to the Slammer!...  And if that wasn't enough, a Double-Main-Event!  In this episode, we discuss the possibilities of re-booking the ever-so-popular "Match Made In Hell".  Should Hogan have defended his WWF Championship?  If so, against who?  Or should the handicap tag team match have taken place, with different participants?  LISTEN, as we do what we do best!

Madison Square, that is!  In 1991, the Party to end the summer saw 3 titles change hands!...  Somebody go to the Slammer!...  And if that wasn't enough, a Double-Main-Event!  In this episode, we discuss the possibilities of re-booking the ever-so-popular "Match Made In Hell".  Should Hogan have defended his WWF Championship?  If so, against who?  Or should the handicap tag team match have taken place, with different participants?  LISTEN, as we do what we do best!

Season 2 Episode 3: Summerslam 91 - Circle Gets the Square

A DEEP DIVE into the early WWF Singles career of Bret "The Hitman" Hart!  This episode summarizes his run from 1992 to 1993, highlighting Bret's first WWF Championship reign, as well as discussing the upcoming "New Generation" of talent, that Bret already foresaw!  Bret Hart just may have been, "The Best there is, The Best there was, and The Best there ever will be!"  ENJOY THE LISTEN!

A DEEP DIVE into the early WWF Singles career of Bret "The Hitman" Hart!  This episode summarizes his run from 1992 to 1993, highlighting Bret's first WWF Championship reign, as well as discussing the upcoming "New Generation" of talent, that Bret already foresaw!  Bret Hart just may have been, "The Best there is, The Best there was, and The Best there ever will be!"  ENJOY THE LISTEN!

Season 2 Episode 2: A Change of Hart

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