New to Wrestling Podcast - Shawn Michaels Named Special Guest Referee; Bret Hart Confronts Mr.McMahon Live!

Shawn Michaels Named Special Guest Referee; Bret Hart Confronts Mr.McMahon Live!

10/03/24 • 76 min

Welcome and Introduction
- Hosts Xavier and Kelsey Silva introduce the episode, focusing on the July 21, 1997 edition of "Raw is War."
- Match card highlights include Vader vs. Ken Shamrock, a light heavyweight match between Brian Christopher and Brian Walshe, and a flag match featuring the Hart Foundation against the Undertaker, Dude Love, and Stone Cold Steve Austin.

Opening Vignette and Storylines
- Discussion on the black-and-white promo exploring Bret Hart's contrasting reception in different countries.
- Analysis of the brewing tension between Bret Hart and the Undertaker ahead of their SummerSlam title match.

Match Highlights and Commentary
- Vader vs. Ken Shamrock: Recap of their ongoing feud, including Ken's memorable takedown and Paul Bearer's interference.
- Brian Christopher vs. Brian Walshe: Commentary on Brian Christopher's performance and Jerry Lawler's humorous remarks.
- Three-Way Tag Team Match: Chaotic match featuring the Godwins, the Headbangers, and the New Black Jacks, with the Godwins emerging victorious.

Promos and Segments
- Hart Foundation Interview: Bret Hart's challenge to American wrestlers and his confrontation with Vince McMahon.
- Shawn Michaels Announcement: Michaels reveals his role as the special guest referee for the SummerSlam main event.
- Paul Bearer's Proof of Kane: Paul Bearer presents a half-statue as proof of Kane's existence, leading to skepticism from Jim Ross.

Main Event: Flag Match
- The Hart Foundation vs. Team America (Undertaker, Dude Love, Stone Cold Steve Austin).
- Highlights include Owen Hart's prolonged time in the ring and the Undertaker's surprise entrance.
- The Hart Foundation secures victory with Bret Hart capturing the Canadian flag.

Closing Remarks

Xavier and Kelsey wrap up the episode, expressing excitement for upcoming matches and storylines.
- Acknowledgment of the audience's support and invitation to join the next episode.

0:00 Intro
0:49 The Battle of the Brians
2:14 Bret Hart's Dual Perception
5:00 Vader and Ken Shamrock's Ongoing Feud
6:02 Ken Shamrock's "Knuckle Up" Catchphrase
21:13 Stone Cold's Unconventional Tactics
27:29 The Mystery of the DOA Twins
28:43 Absurd Wrestling Monikers
37:10 Mick Foley's Multiple Personalities
50:46 The Patriot's Role in Wrestling
53:06 Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels Locker Room Drama
1:03:01 Goldust and Marlena's Witty Banter
1:07:10 Chaotic Wrestling Matches and National Anthem Controversy
1:14:48 Unlikely Wrestling Alliances

The New To Wrestling Podcast follows two friends who enjoy wrestling but are in different stages of their fandom. Xavier Cruz serves as your guide through generations of professional wrestling while Kelsey Silva experiences these matches for the first time. Climb into the ring weekly to relive the famous matches beginning with the Attitude Era!

Closing Remarks

Xavier and Kelsey wrap up the episode, expressing excitement for upcoming matches and storylines.
- Acknowledgment of the audience's support and invitation to join the next episode.

0:00 Intro
0:49 The Battle of the Brians
2:14 Bret Hart's Dual Perception
5:00 Vader and Ken Shamrock's Ongoing Feud
6:02 Ken Shamrock's "Knuckle Up" Catchphrase
21:13 Stone Cold's Unconventional Tactics
27:29 The Mystery of the DOA Twins
28:43 Absurd Wrestling Monikers
37:10 Mick Foley's Multiple Personalities
50:46 The Patriot's Role in Wrestling
53:06 Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels Locker Room Drama
1:03:01 Goldust and Marlena's Witty Banter
1:07:10 Chaotic Wrestling Matches and National Anthem Controversy
1:14:48 Unlikely Wrestling Alliances

Previous Episode

After Dark: Mr. McMahon

This week, Kelsey and Xavier dive into the Netflix documentary on the larger-than-life Vince McMahon. From his rise as the wrestling world’s most influential promoter to the dark side of his empire, this episode is a deep dive into the triumphs and shocking controversies surrounding Mr. McMahon. Instead of a traditional play-by-play recap, we binged the entire series in one sitting and are here to dish out our raw, unfiltered reactions!

⚡ Is Vince McMahon the character and the man really so different?

⚡ The steroid trials, the Montreal Screwjob, family trauma, and the era-defining controversies.

⚡ Exploring his relationship with his children, including shocking moments about Stephanie and Shane.

Buckle up for a no-holds-barred discussion on one of the most talked-about figures in wrestling history. Grab your snacks and drinks—it’s going to be a wild ride!

This episode’s full of heated discussion, humor, and deep insights as the duo grapple with the impact of Vince McMahon’s legacy and the jaw-dropping revelations in the documentary.

0:00 Intro
0:17 The Vince McMahon Documentary Experience
7:04 Shane McMahon's Desperate Quest for Approval
15:56 Wrestling as a Reflection of Society
17:59 Vince McMahon's Business Tactics and Hypocrisy
22:34 Hulk Hogan's Legal Battle with Richard Belzer
24:08 Wrestlers' Exploitation and Unionization Efforts
31:07 Phil Mushnick's Criticism of Vince McMahon
32:26 Vince McMahon's Controversial Scandals
35:36 Rita Marie's Allegations and Legal Battles
39:21 Wendy Richter's Title Controversy
42:26 The Curtain Call Incident's Impact on Wrestling
48:36 Eric Bischoff's 83 Weeks and Its Legacy
1:00:00 Vince McMahon's Business Philosophy
1:04:13 Vince McMahon's Controversial Decisions
1:11:00 Paul Heyman's Insight on Vince McMahon
1:12:08 Vince McMahon's Controversial Storylines
1:14:26 Vince McMahon's Unprocessed Trauma
1:19:12 Sable's Return and Lawsuit
1:23:03 Vince McMahon's Controversial Leadership
1:24:50 The Pro Wrestling Influence on Politics
1:29:00 Vince McMahon as a Father Figure
1:31:43 Janelle Grant Lawsuit and WWE's Dark Secrets
1:40:16 Brock Lesnar's Alleged Involvement in WWE Scandal
1:45:24 WWE's Thriving Era Post-McMahon

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Next Episode

Shawn Michaels' Commentary Chaos & SummerSlam '97 Anticipation

Join hosts Xavier and Kelsey Silva as they dive into the July 28, 1997 edition of Raw is War, setting the stage for the highly anticipated SummerSlam. This episode features a packed match card, including the Legion of Doom versus Los Boriquas, the debut of the Truth Commission, and a main event showdown between the Patriot and Bret Hart.
Match Card:
- Legion of Doom vs. Los Boriquas (Tag Team Match)
- Truth Commission vs. Bob Holly, Flash Funk, and Jesse James (Six-Man Tag Match)
- Crush vs. Farooq (One-on-One Contest)
- The Godwins vs. Dude Love and Steve Austin (Tag Team Championship Match)
- Devin Storm vs. Ace Darling (Light Heavyweight Division)
- Goldust vs. Rockabilly
- The Patriot vs. Bret Hart (Main Event)

Listen in as Xavier and Kelsey explore Bret Hart's controversial interview, the escalating rivalry between Triple H and Mankind, and the ongoing faction warfare involving the Nation of Domination. The hosts also share their thoughts on the USA versus Canada storyline, the tag team championship match with Dude Love and Steve Austin, and the chaotic arm wrestling contest between Ken Shamrock and the British Bulldog.

With SummerSlam just around the corner, Xavier and Kelsey preview the exciting matches lined up for the event, including the steel cage match between Triple H and Mankind, and the high-stakes encounter between the Undertaker and Bret Hart. Don't miss this episode filled with humor, insights, and all the wrestling action leading up to one of the biggest events of the year!

0:00 Intro
2:40 Wrestling Factions and Feuds
28:37 Hunter's Bitchy Remarks and Wrestling Persona
36:55 The Charm of Dude Love
45:11 Bizarre WWE Arm Wrestling Segment
52:48 Undertaker's Unspoken Respect
1:00:55 Bret Hart's Unconventional Tactics
1:03:40 The Humiliation of Bret Hart
1:05:51 Anticipation for SummerSlam 1997