Karl Stern covers the entire story of Ric Flair quitting WCW to jump to WWF in 1991 while still WCW/NWA World Champion. Karl discusses what the NWA was during that time. Could Flair have jumped as still NWA Champion and not WCW Champion? Why that didn't happen. Why we really didn't get Hulk Hogan vs. Flair at WrestleMania VIII. Literal quicksand and plexiglass mazes (I'm not kidding, it's part of the story). How WCW got the big gold belt back. Royal Rumble 1992 and more. Everything you could possibly want to know. We go week-to-week in the Observer to fill in the details, plus what narratives have changed over time.

Karl Stern Show, May 30th

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On a new JNPO, Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics returns for another AEW quarterly business review, recapping the first three month of 2024.

From free agent signings to the success of Revolution to all kinds of numbers, you'll find it here.

Josh Nason's Punch-out, Apr 29th

Andrew Zarian is back with another Sunday edition of Wrestling Observer Live, discussing all the latest pro wrestling news. 

Tonight's AEW Dynasty PPV features a stacked card, and Andrew breaks down each match, discussing how strong the show appears from top to bottom. Will Swerve get the title? Andrew thinks it's his time.

He also talks about AEW Collision and Rampage from Saturday night and Tony Khan's comments on the media call this week including negotiations for TV rights.

On Friday Night SmackDown this week, the Bloodline saga continued with Solo Sikoa emerging as the new leader of the group, solidifying Roman Reigns's status as a babyface when he does return.

Plus, WWE Releases, Broken Matt Hardy in TNA, and More!

Wrestling Observer Live, Apr 21st

Listen to Tony Khan addressing the media ahead of this weekend's AEW Dynasty where he talked about CM Punk, media rights, Nyla Rose, and more.

Classic Audio, Apr 18th

Andrew Zarian returns with another Sunday edition of Wrestling Observer Live, discussing the latest news from the past week in professional wrestling.

Andrew begins by sharing his thoughts on Dave Meltzer's star ratings from WrestleMania, offering insights on night two and the potential directions emerging after the weekend's events.

He reviews Friday Night SmackDown, delving into the next chapter of The Bloodline storyline. Tama Tonga makes his debut, attacking Jimmy Uso and aligning with Solo Skoa, who now appears poised to become the new head of the table. Andrew explores the implications and potential outcomes coming out of the show.

John Moxley's IWGP championship victory at Windy City Riot in Chicago is also covered. Andrew discusses potential future opponents for Moxley and highlights Jack Perry's heat-inducing entrance in Chicago.

Additional topics include the AEW Dynasty card, Big E's health update, and Kenny Omega's comments on "Brawl Out."

Tune in for all this and more!

Wrestling Observer Live, Apr 14th

It's WrestleMania weekend and Andrew is here to talk all about the Fallout from WrestleMania night one including the Rock and Roman Reigns getting the win and setting up the stipulation for the main event tonight. 

He runs through the results from the entire card show from night one on Saturday, including the difference in the production, the weather being a factor, and more.

He also talks about comments from the press conference including the Rock getting ready for Wrestlemania,  Roman kicking out a reporter in character,  and Triple H bringing up Brock Lesnar.

Also, a preview of Night 2 of Wrestlemania, what matches he is looking forward to the most, and if Cody gets to finish his story tonight.

Plus, Giulia in NXT,  Mark Brisco captures the ROH title and more!

Karl Stern Show, May 30th

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