Step into the smoky locker rooms and boardroom battles of wrestlingâs golden age as Greg Gagne, son of the legendary Verne Gagne, pulls back the curtain on the rise and fall of the AWA â the once-mighty empire that shaped Hulk Hogan, Jesse Ventura, and so many others. đđ
As a guest booker and insider, Greg shares exclusive stories from the frontlines of the territory wars, including clashes with Vince McMahon, the birth of wrestling superstars, and what really led to the AWAâs collapse. đïž From bloodline pride to backstage politics, this is a masterclass in how wrestling was built, boomed, and broken. đ§ đ„
Whether you grew up watching AWA All-Star Wrestling or youâre just discovering the legends who paved the way, this episode is a must-hear deep dive into pro wrestling history. Greg doesn't hold back â and neither should you.
What if Greg Gagne and the AWA decided to expand nationally instead of Jim Crockett Promotions? Who would he what in his organazation? Who would he pick to challenge Vince McMahons Hulkamania? Ric Flair or Nick Bockwinkel? He might suprise you! Do you think he could do better then JCP promotions with the power of TBS and ESPN?Â
đ§ Catch it now on Spreaker, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Player FM, Podcast Addict, Deezer, and soon on YouTube Music & TuneIn Radio!