On this episode of Grilling JR, the Voice Of Wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the life and career of the great Danny Hodge. JR shares stories of his decade long friendship with Hodge and the impact he had on JR's life and career. Plus, the guys discuss AEW Dynasty and all the happening in professional wrestling. 

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On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim and Conrad look back 25 years for Backlash 2000, which took place on April 30, 2000, at the MCI Center in Washington, D.C. It was the second Backlash PPV, and featured Chris Jericho vs. Chris Benoit, Big Show vs. Kurt Angle, and a main event between The Rock and Triple H (with Shane McMahon as special guest referee) for the WWF Championship. That and so much more as we relive Backlash 2000!

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On this episode of Grilling JR, the Voice Of Wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson takes us to Hollywood for a look back at WrestleMania 21! JR shares his experiences behind the scenes creating the mega event and the hurdles leading up to the show. At this point in the company it was time to annoint a new era of champions on both the RAW and Smackdown sides. JR discusses the build up to both Batista and Triple H's main event on the Mania card and John Cena's 1st world title win against JBL. All that plus JR's take on the latest happenings in professional wrestling on this edition of Grilling JR. 

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Introducing Wealth Expert: Unlock This Mentality to Make $10K a Month - Sahil Bloom from Secret Leaders with Dan Murray-Serter & Chris Donnelly .

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Everyone wants to make money, and many view it as the ultimate path to happiness. But for Sahil Bloom, money is merely the by product of discovering what truly brings you joy and fulfilment. In this incredibly insightful episode, we sit down with Sahil, a wealth expert, to explore the deeper side of success. Sahil shares how financial wealth is not the goal, but a natural outcome of pursuing your passion and aligning your life with what genuinely makes you happy.

We delve into the mindset required to build lasting wealth—not just financially, but in a way that brings balance and satisfaction to your life. Sahil’s unique perspective challenges the conventional wisdom of chasing money for its own sake, encouraging listeners to focus on their passions, purpose, and personal growth. In doing so, wealth becomes not just a goal, but a reflection of the meaningful life you’ve built.

This episode will inspire you to redefine success on your own terms and develop the mindset to create both financial and personal fulfilment.

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On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, we are looking back and celebrating the Total Package Lex Luger's time in the NWA and WCW. JR and Conrad discuss Lex's entire WCW run, including his CFL days, signing with JCP, becoming the "Total Package," his run as World Heavyweight Champion, and so much more!

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Introducing GAVIN ROSSDALE — on cooking for Serena Williams and being besties with Jack McBrayer from Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson.

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Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale joins the show. Over black cod and monkfish soup, Gavin tells me cooking for Serena Williams on his TV show ‘Dinner with Gavin Rossdale’ (love the name!), his bestie Jack McBrayer, and I share a special thing we have in common (hint hint: it’s someplace we lived). This episode was recorded at Soban in LA’s Koreatown.

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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson deep dive into the historic and legendary career of the 16 time world heavyweight champion, Ric Flair. JR shares stories of meeting the Nature Boy, their time working together while Ric was a traveling champion going to territory after territory defending his title, and eventually meeting up in Jim Crockett Promotions. All that plus JR shares his thoughts on John Cena's heel turn and so much more on this edition of Grilling JR.

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Introducing When Looking Back Helps You Move Forward - The Importance of Reflection in Business from Mind The Business: Small Business Success Stories.

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The long-term success of every small business starts with looking at its history and identifying the hits and misses along the way. In our premier episode for Season 3, hosts Austin Hankwitz and Jannese Torres sit down in person with Sherrice Rose, owner of Potentia Therapeutics in her clinic in Tampa, Florida. Together, they look back at her journey of buying an existing physical therapy clinic and making it her own. Hear the lessons she’s learned along the way and discover how studying her business's history helps her forge a path forward.

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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson dive deep into the hall of fame worthy career of "The World's Most Dangerous Man," Ken Shamrock. JR shares stories working with Ken through his introduction into the world of professional wrestling. How Ken interacted with the talent and Vince McMahon. And, Ken's run as a WWE Intercontinental and tag team champion. Plus, JR shares his thoughts on all the happenings in the world of professional wrestling on this edition of Grilling JR.

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