John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight

Episode 97 - Cactus Jack from 1994! Cactus leaves WCW, discusses Herb Abrams UWF Blackjack Brawl Fiasco, and ECW


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Here is episode 97 of John Arezzi's Pro Wrestling Spotlight Podcast, reviewing the original broadcast of show #250, which aired on 1240 AM WGBB in West Babylon NY on October 2nd, 1994.

John and Marsh review includes his returns from a week off, deciding to go to Las Vegas to attend the Herb Abrams UWF's "Blackjack Brawl" and not have to deal with the crank callers from the week before. He also has his comments on the ECW show, which he also attended on October 1st.

Highlights include Cactus Jack via telephone with clips of him discussing his match at the UWF show, his leaving WCW, and his spending more time at ECW. A cool exchange with Cactus's son, toddler Dewey, adds some fun as well!

We review the cancellation of John's scheduled Weekend of Champions V.

Audio of Don Laible's news capsule, callers and more!

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