Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani rbreak down the July 17, 2000, episode of WWF RAW from the Pepsi Arena. We dive deep into arguably the most efficient (and longest!) opening segment in RAW history, featuring The Undertaker, Kane, Kurt Angle, and Triple H.

Plus, we analyze The Rock’s brutal backstage assault on Chris Benoit, Edge, and Christian, the shifting character of Val Venis, and Chris Jericho’s desperate hunt for Triple H on the road to WWF Fully Loaded, this Sunday.

Other major discussion points include:

- Foley’s Return: How the Hardcore Legend directed traffic for a massive 24-minute opener.

- Main Event Madness: The Brothers of Destruction take on the fragile alliance of Triple H and Kurt Angle.

- The Rise of Benoit: The Rock sells like a champ to put the "Rabid Wolverine" on the map.

- Tazz is Back: The mood changes as Tazz sets his sights on Al Snow.

00:00 – Intro and "Albany" vs "Al-bany" jokes

03:45 – Addressing PMFG11 and the "House Show" booking philosophy

07:20 – ECW Heat Wave 2000 and the XPW "shoot" incident in Los Angeles

12:15 – The Jerry Lawler sound effect is taking over Rob's life

15:30 – Segment 1: Mick Foley returns as Commissioner and the "USA" chant

19:45 – The Undertaker demands Kurt Angle; Kane shows up with a "fixed" voice

24:10 – The Rock interrupts and the Shane McMahon/Chris Benoit alliance

27:50 – The Hardys vs. The Dudley Boyz

31:15 – Lita takes the big ladder/table bump from Trish Stratus

35:40 – The Godfather and the "RTC" (Right to Censor) debut with Steven Richards

39:10 – Bull Buchanan joins the cause; discussing the "censorship" era

42:55 – Triple H, Stephanie, and the Kurt Angle "hug"

46:20 – T&A vs. The APA & The Rock

49:35 – The Rock goes "unhinged" backstage and cleans house

52:10 – Dean Malenko, Chyna, and Eddie Guerrero’s romantic tension

55:45 – Perry Saturn debuts the "Brainbuster to Tombstone" on the ramp

58:30 – Main Event: The Undertaker & Kane vs. Triple H & Kurt Angle

1:01:15 – Chris Jericho attacks; looking forward to Episode 100 and the Q&A

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review a chaotic episode of SmackDown from Oakland, California. Vince McMahon is busy launching the Los Angeles Xtreme for the XFL, leaving the wrestlers to deliver a high-energy show for the WWE fans on the West Coast.

The main event features a brutal No DQ match between Triple H and The Undertaker. Stephanie McMahon attempts to interfere, leading to a massive chokeslam tease before Triple H uses a steel chair to secure the win. Tommy Blacha provides backstage details on the addition of Michael Hayes to the writing team and the grueling travel schedule of the California loop.

Other major discussion points include:

- Steven Richards taking his Right to Censor crusade to the next level by stealing tables from The Dudley Boyz.

- Steve Blackman showcasing his lethal martial arts skills by destroying Crash to retain the Hardcore Championship.

- Chris Benoit defeating Eddie Guerrero and Chyna in a handicap match with an assist from Shane McMahon.

- The Rock making an explosive run-in to save Eddie Guerrero and Chyna from a post-match beatdown.

- Rikishi and Too Cool battling Val Venis and T&A in a six-man tag team match.

0:00 Intro

1:25 Welcome to Oakland and the Bay Area

3:15 The Los Angeles Xtreme XFL Press Conference

6:30 Mick Foley's Absence and Main Event Announcement

8:45 Match 1: Too Cool & Rikishi vs. T&A & Val Venis

12:10 Triple H Addresses the DX Attack on Chris Jericho

14:20 Kurt Angle's Hug and Triple H's Reaction

16:45 Match 2: Kane vs. Kurt Angle

20:15 Match 3: Steve Blackman vs. Crash for the Hardcore Championship

23:40 Match 4: Kaientai vs. Chaz & D-Lo Brown

25:30 Match 5: Bradshaw vs. Gangrel

28:00 Match 6: The Dudley Boyz vs. Edge & Christian

31:15 Steven Richards Steals the Tables

35:40 Match 7: Chris Benoit vs. Eddie Guerrero & Chyna

39:00 The Rock Makes the Save!

42:15 Backstage News: Michael Hayes and the WWF Writing Staff

46:50 Main Event: The Undertaker vs. Triple H in a No DQ Match

51:20 Outro

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani take a trip to the "Shark Tank" in San Jose for a chaotic July 10, 2000, episode of Monday Night Raw. With Commissioner Mick Foley away on promotional duties in Asia, Degeneration X attempts to regain total control of the show. Meanwhile, one of the most hilariously disrespectful segments in Attitude Era history unfolds as Kurt Angle presents the Undertaker with an "energy-efficient" Vespa scooter.

We break down the high-stakes main event between The Rock and Chris Benoit, which features a "Montreal-style" screwjob finish involving guest referee Shane McMahon. Tommy Blacha pulls back the curtain on the "mercurial mood" of Vince McMahon during the XFL expansion and the logistical nightmare of the California loop. We also discuss the infamous Bash at the Beach 2000 incident that occurred the night before, analyzing the Vince Russo vs. Hulk Hogan shoot and its impact on the wrestling world.

Other major discussion points include:

- The Undertaker’s hallway biker entrance and his rejection of the "gift" from Kurt Angle.

- The Right to Censor officially shutting down matches and "protecting" Trish Stratus with towels.

- Triple H’s "gym clothes" match against X-Pac and the brutal sledgehammer beatdown of Chris Jericho.

- Edge & Christian defending the tag titles against The Acolytes in a match filled with ring-bell shenanigans.

- The "West Coast Slog": Why fly-away shows often led to last-minute booking chaos.

0:00 - Intro

1:46 - Vince McMahon's hands-on management style off-camera

5:32 - The XFL Hype

9:10 - BASH AT THE BEACH 2000: Russo vs. Hogan and the screwjob

15:40 - Missing Foley: Why the show reverted to heel dominance

17:30 - Lita vs. Trish Stratus: The "Street Clothes" Street Fight

19:10 - Shane McMahon & Chris Benoit: The "Just Friends" alliance

21:50 - The dark side of Benoit's promos in retrospect

23:05 - Mick Foley's "Google Earth" travel graphics

23:25 - Match 1: Too Cool vs. T&A vs. The Hardys

25:00 - Tazz’s "out of the cage" run-ins and status with the writers

26:45 - Chris Jericho’s attacked by Road Dogg

28:00 - THE VESPA INCIDENT: Kurt Angle’s gift to the Undertaker

31:30 - Match 2: Kane vs. Rikishi vs. Val Venis (IC Title)

35:00 - Triple H’s trap for Jericho: "The Hunter" vs. "The Game"

38:30 - Match 3: Edge vs. Bradshaw (Stan Hansen level Lariats)

41:40 - Match 4: Lita vs. Trish Stratus (The top-off ending)

43:55 - RIGHT TO CENSOR: Steven Richards declares the contest over

48:30 - Match 5: Triple H vs. X-Pac (The DX betrayal)

50:30 - Sledgehammer Beatdown: Jericho's Crimson Mask

53:15 - Backstage: Chyna's "Small Ice Pack" dig at Benoit

55:50 - Triple H’s suggestion for the STD: Standing Torture Device

57:10 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Chris Benoit 

1:00:30 - The Shane McMahon Ref shirt reveal and Screwjob finish

1:03:00 - Fly on the wall: Tommy’s dream to be at NWO Sold Out

1:05:35 - Outro

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to recap a night of massive upsets and "soft reboots." The episode is headlined by a shocker as the Brooklyn Brawler pins Triple H in a handicap match after Chris Jericho provides a timely distraction.

We break down the scary, legitimate injury sustained by Hardcore Holly during a stiff match with Kurt Angle, where a chaotic moonsault resulted in a broken arm for the "Big Shot." Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on Taz’s "doghouse" status with management, the real-life logistics of the XFL launch, and why Vince McMahon reneged on his promise to give Mick Foley six months off. We also discuss the debut of the "Conchierto" and the emergence of Steven Richards as the moral authority of the Right to Censor.

Other major discussion points include:

- The Rock’s Hollywood absence and his world premiere of "It Doesn't Matter" on TRL.

- Kurt Angle’s hilarious and accidental "milk" assault on the Undertaker’s motorcycle.

- Val Venis shocking Rikishi to capture the Intercontinental Championship.

- Steve Blackman reclaiming his killer instinct (and the Hardcore Title) with a nunchuck assault.

- Tommy Blacha shares his original pitch for a "Split Belt" gimmick for the women's division.

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0:00 - Intro

4:12 - Vince McMahon: The "Madman" at the helm

5:32 - THE XFL HYPE

12:16 - Bill Clinton and the 2000 political backdrop

13:58 - Match 1: Chris Jericho vs. Kurt Angle (Stephanie intervene)

18:46 - Kurt Angle sprays milk on Undertaker’s bike

21:50 - Why Foley returned from retirement early

24:16 - Foley and Benoit Promo

27:30 - Backstage: Triple H finds Angle’s milk disaster

28:46 - Match 2: The Dudley Boyz vs. Lo-Down (Chaz & D-Lo Brown)

31:32 - Match 3: Dean Malenko vs. Ivory & Jacqueline (Handicap Match)

33:20 - THE BELT SPLIT GIMMICK: Tommy’s original pitch for the ladies

36:06 - Match 4: Rikishi vs. Val Venis (Intercontinental Title Change)

38:39 - Match 5: Steve Blackman vs. Big Boss Man (Hardcore Title)

39:39 - Match 6: Undertaker & Kane vs. T&A (The Double Big Boot)

40:32 - Who has the best Big Boot of all time? (The Bruiser Brody debate)

41:52 - Match 7: Triple H vs. Kai En Tai & Brooklyn Brawler

43:26 - THE UPSET: Brooklyn Brawler pins Triple H!

45:25 - Jericho steals Triple H's limo to South Beach

47:12 - Main Event: The Rock, Eddie & Chyna vs. Benoit, Edge & Christian

50:38 - Sunday Night Heat: Al Snow vs. Essa Rios

53:02 - Outro / Paul Bearer-Lawler impressions

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head to the landlocked city of Orlando, Florida, to recap the July 3, 2000, episode of Monday Night Raw. This episode is legendary for one of the most iconic comedic moments in Attitude Era history: Mick Foley using The Rock’s own catchphrase against him to deliver a massive "It doesn't matter how you feel!".

We break down the "soft reboot" of the summer season as Foley settles into his role as Commissioner and begins stacking the deck against the McMahon-Helmsley Faction. Tommy Blacha shares behind-the-scenes stories about the relentless pace of the era, the transition of talent from WCW, and the lack of clean finishes. We also discuss the technical masterpiece of Chris Benoit vs. Eddie Guerrero and the legitimate heat generated by Kurt Angle’s "dirty" Orlando insults.

Other major discussion points include:

- Shane McMahon being named the surprise #1 Contender for the WWF Championship.

- Rikishi shocking the world by defeating Chris Benoit for the Intercontinental Title.

- The emergence of the Right to Censor as Steven Richards targets the Godfather’s ladies.

- Tommy’s memories of his own failed wrestling promotion and the "bitter lessons" of the business.

0:00 - Intro

0:53 - Welcome to Orlando: The Landlocked Disney Trap

3:50 - The "Story Building" Episode: Why clean finishes were rare

5:20 - Elevating the Next Generation: Jericho, Angle, and Benoit

8:45 - Tommy’s "51/49" Mindset: The burnout of the relentless pace

10:14 - Behind the Scenes: Foley's early return from retirement

13:37 - Match 1: Eddie Guerrero vs. Chris Benoit

17:40 - The "Shades of Gray" Era: Why squash matches became passé

24:10 - MICK FOLEY’S BIG MOMENT: "It doesn't matter how you feel!"

31:15 - Match 2: Rikishi vs. Triple H (The "Swallows" Chant)

34:00 - Backstage: Foley baits and switches Triple H

36:00 - Match 3: Jeff Hardy vs. Val Venis (Taz Intervenes)

39:00 - Rudy Giuliani at WWF New York

41:00 - Match 4: Chris Jericho & The APA vs. DX (3-on-2 Handicap)

44:00 - Edge & Christian’s 4th of July sucking up to the Undertaker

47:15 - Match 5: Undertaker & Kane vs. Edge & Christian (The Last Ride)

48:30 - Match 6: Dean Malenko vs. Crash Holly (The Pop-up Powerbomb)

50:35 - RIGHT TO CENSOR: Steven Richards targets the Godfather

53:15 - Match 7: The Dudley Boyz vs. Kurt Angle & Brooklyn Brawler

56:30 - Steve Blackman vs. The Posse: Jackie Chan style beatdown

58:50 - The USA vs. Viacom Lawsuit: The $500 million shift

1:03:00 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Shane McMahon

1:05:35 - Chris Benoit joins the Faction

1:06:01 - Outro

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This week on Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are in Hartford for the post-King of the Ring fallout! With The Rock away in Hollywood, the show undergoes a "soft reboot" under the leadership of the brand-new Commissioner, Mick Foley.

We break down the scary moment in the ring when Kurt Angle landed a chaotic moonsault directly on Hardcore Holly, resulting in a legitimate compound fracture to Holly's forearm. Tommy Blacha shares the backstage reaction to the injury and how it stalled a major singles push for the "Big Shot."

We also witness the formal arrival of Steven Richards and the Right to Censor, as they target the Godfather’s "sexuality" and begin cleaning up the WWF. Plus, we discuss the "Boiler Room" office of Mick Foley and his instant chemistry with Edge and Christian.

In this episode, we also discuss:

- Steve Blackman ending the "shenanigans" of the Hardcore Title with a brutal nunchuck assault.

- The Undertaker debuting his new finisher, The Last Ride.

- The birth of ""D-Von, Get The Tables!"

0:00 - Intro

0:43 - Welcome to Hartford and the "Soft Reboot" summer season

1:15 - Where was The Rock? Hollywood meetings and 400 phone calls

4:53 - Tommy’s "51/49" mindset: Should I stay or go to LA?

8:07 - Commissioner Mick Foley: Changing the vibe of SmackDown

11:57 - MICK FOLEY’S BOILER ROOM OFFICE: DIY leadership

13:37 - Match 1: Guerrero & Rikishi vs. Benoit & Venis

15:16 - The "Time to Dance" debate: Servicing the live crowd

19:01 - Ratings pressure and the shift to quarter-hour analysis

20:41 - Match 2: Kurt Angle vs. Hardcore Holly

23:21 - THE BROKEN ARM: Behind the scenes of the Moonsault disaster

27:58 - Mick Foley’s Hartford history and "Aerodynamic" haircut

34:02 - Match 4: Bull Buchanan vs. The Godfather

34:29 - THE BIRTH OF RIGHT TO CENSOR: Steven Richards intervenes

39:16 - Match 5: Kane vs. Christian / The first "Conchairto"

41:14 - Why Taz was in the "Doghouse" with WWF management

43:39 - Match 6: Edge vs. Undertaker / Debut of THE LAST RIDE

45:52 - Al Snow’s hard-luck spit take and Hardcore title hype

47:15 - Match 7: Crash Holly vs. Al Snow (Hardcore Title)

49:14 - STEVE BLACKMAN wins the Hardcore Championship

50:35 - Blackman vs. The Mean Street Posse: A high-production beatdown

54:25 - Main Event: DX vs. Chris Jericho and the Dudleys

58:22 - Sunday Night Heat Recap

1:05:35 - Outro / Dean Malenko’s locker room humor

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head to Worcester, Massachusetts, to recap the massive fallout from King of the Ring 2000! The landscape of the WWF shifts forever as Shawn Michaels steps down and introduces Mick Foley as the new WWF Commissioner. Tommy Blacha provides the backstage perspective on the decision to bring Foley back in an authority role and how a "face" commissioner completely changed the show's dynamic.

We also break down Vince McMahon’s bizarre and narcissistic "Genetic Jackhammer" promo, where he attempts to write himself off the show to "make babies" with Linda McMahon. Tommy pulls back the curtain on the real-life USA Network legal battles and the growing pressure from sponsors to tone down the Attitude Era’s signature language.

In this episode, we also discuss:

- The Rock’s new world title reign and his "Billionaire's Elbow" mocking of the Chairman.

- Kurt Angle’s official coronation as King and the legendary "adult man in a crown" mockery from Foley.

- The beginning of the Right to Censor angle as Steven Richards covers up a "top-off" match involving The Kat and Terri.

- Undertaker and Kane forming a dominant "Brothers of Destruction" alliance against Edge and Christian.

- Tommy Blacha pays tribute to long-time WWF Director Kerwin Silfies following his passing.

0:00 - Intro / The Mick Foley Reset

0:53 - The "Gnarly" history of Worcester and the textile mills

4:20 - Post-Pay-Per-View post-mortems: Handling reviews

7:40 - Summer Reset: Pulling back the McMahons

10:14 - The Rock vs. Vince promo

14:10 - Rikishi vs. Chris Benoit / Taz makes a confusing return

15:45 - Chris Jericho kisses "Roadkill" Stephanie McMahon

17:40 - The Golden Age of Heel Crowns: Harley Race to Kurt Angle

19:25 - Eddie Guerrero and Chyna vs. Val Venis and Trish Stratus

20:50 - Kurt Angle’s "Commoner" perspective / Coronation prep

23:10 - Shawn Michaels straddles the throne in Worcester

25:55 - MICK FOLEY IS THE NEW COMMISSIONER

28:30 - Foley mocks "King" Angle’s oversized crown

31:00 - Oversaturation talk: Balancing 6 hours of WWF programming

34:00 - Triple H cheap shots Kurt Angle

35:10 - Lawler, Malenko, Terri, and The Kat: "Over the Top" rules

37:55 - The Birth of Right to Censor: Steven Richards intervenes

40:30 - Backstage: Why Stevie Richards didn't have an "epiphany"

43:40 - Sponsor Pressure: Bleeping the "A-word" and the "H-word"

44:45 - Edge & Christian vs. Mick Foley (The Sound of Music reference)

47:45 - APA wins the Tag Team Battle Royal

49:10 - Undertaker offers Kane tobacco chew (Locker Room Habits)

50:30 - Undertaker & Kane vs. Edge & Christian

53:15 - The Rock premieres "It Doesn't Matter" on TRL

54:25 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Triple H vs. Kurt Angle

57:55 - The Delaware Court decision: Moving to Viacom

59:00 - Mike Piazza and the USA Today wrestling controversy

1:01:10 - TRIBUTE: Remembering WWF Director Kerwin Silfies

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On this episode of Tales from the Attitude Era, former WWE writer Tommy Blacha and Rob Pasbani recap WWF King of the Ring 2000 from the Fleet Center in Boston. The guys discuss the marathon weekend that started with a house show at Madison Square Garden featuring a surprise appearance by Donald Trump and Melania Trump. Tommy Blacha shares what the atmosphere was like backstage during the peak of the Attitude Era and why the "home court" advantage of the Garden always brought out the best in the roster.

The discussion dives deep into the tournament bracket that saw Kurt Angle ascend to the throne after a series of competitive matches against Chris Jericho and Rikishi. We break down the logic behind the early exits of Chris Benoit and Eddie Guerrero, and why the creative team chose a story-heavy path for the finals. Plus, we look at the polarizing main event where The Rock captured the WWF Championship by pinning Vince McMahon, and whether that finish helped or hurt the title's prestige in the long run.

In this episode, we also discuss:

- The logic behind the changing format of Sunday Night Heat.

- The infamous Pat Patterson vs. Gerald Brisco evening gown match for the Hardcore Championship.

- Edge and Christian trolling the Boston crowd with a New York Mets jersey.

- Tori taking a massive powerbomb through a table at the hands of the Dudley Boyz.

- Rikishi’s incredible performance as the "beaten down" underdog of the tournament.

- Tommy Blacha’s response to Dave Meltzer’s 1.75-star rating of the main event.

0:00 - Intro

1:10 - Memories of Donald Trump at the Garden House Show

3:30 - House Shows vs. TV Tapings

7:40 - Sunday Night Heat’s Changing Format

10:40 - The Fast Pace of the Tournament Quarterfinals

12:30 - Could a Round-Robin Tournament Work in WWE?

17:20 - Rikishi vs. Chris Benoit: Building the Underdog Story

20:00 - Val Venis vs. Eddie Guerrero: A Rare Clean Finish

23:20 - Pat Patterson and Gerald Brisco Prep for Drag

27:40 - Kurt Angle vs. Chris Jericho: The Best Match of the Night?

30:00 - Edge and Christian Mock Boston with the Mets Jersey

32:45 - Four-Way Tag Team Elimination Match Breakdown

38:00 - The Semi-Finals: Rikishi Perseveres

43:20 - The Infamous Patterson vs. Brisco Evening Gown Match

50:20 - Dudley Boyz vs. DX: Tables, Dumpsters, and Tori

57:50 - The Finals: Kurt Angle is Crowned King

1:00:00 - Main Event: The Rock Pins Vince McMahon for the Title

1:01:30 - Analyzing Dave Meltzer’s Harsh Review of the Finish

1:08:40 - Final Thoughts and Looking Ahead to Raw

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are in Memphis at the Pyramid Arena to recap the final stop before King of the Ring 2000. The emotional center of the night features hometown hero Jerry Lawler leaving the announce table to join a mixed tag match and save The Kat from a two on one assault by Dean Malenko and Terry.

We discuss the massive pop for the King and Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on the real life relationship between Lawler and The Kat that fueled the segment. We also break down the chaotic main event where Vince McMahon pinned The Rock after a mocking billionaire’s elbow. 

We dive into the chaotic Hardcore Championship shifts as Gerald Brisco and Pat Patterson trade the title using pipes and champagne bottles in the locker room.. Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on the "bureaucracy of the fax machine" , the reality of filming segments on the fly, and the surprising history of the USA Network match-refusal lawsuits.. We also discuss why the McMahon-Helmsley Faction was reaching "steak and potatoes" fatigue and how the roster's incredible technical ability saved a show filled with questionable booking.

We also talk about:

• The Rock’s promo referencing Albert and a "pierced anus".
• The Dudley Boyz putting announcer Tony Chimel through a table after a series of mic failures.
• Lita and Trish Stratus taking their mixed-gender rivalry to new heights with a Swanton Bomb/moonsault combination.
• Jerry Lee Lewis in the front row and the historical context of Vince McMahon's future "Great Balls of Fire" legal battles.

0:00 - Intro

4:13 - The McMahon-Helmsley Faction & Main Event Fatigue

6:55 - Setting the Bait-and-Switch

10:04 - WWF.com and Early Internet Wrestling Culture

14:34 - Mixed Gender Tag: The Hardies & Lita vs. T&A & Trish

17:19 - Hardcore Title Hijinks & Jerry Lee Lewis

18:16 - King of the Ring Tournament Brackets

21:17 - Too Cool vs. Edge & Christian: The Fat Elvis Pose

26:05 - The "Big D" & The Women’s Locker Room

27:42 - Eddie Guerrero vs. Big Boss Man

33:55 - Rikishi vs. Chris Benoit: Intercontinental Title Change

37:05 - Y2J vs. Hardcore Holly & Stephanie’s Interference

38:30 - The King Returns: Jerry Lawler in Memphis

41:40 - The Dudleys & The Table for Tony Chimel

42:58 - The Evening Gown Match is Born

47:01 - Main Event: The Gauntlet Handicap Match

54:11 - The Business of Wrestling: Lawsuits and Networks

1:03:05 - The Sci-Fi Channel & Final Thoughts

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Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are joined by Tom Green (WCW Deep Cuts) to recap the final RAW is WAR before King of the Ring 2000! We dive into a wrestling-heavy show from Nashville that features a masterclass in sports entertainment storytelling between Eddie Guerrero and Chyna.

We break down the "Puppy Love" segment that saw Eddie win over Chyna with a gift she couldn't resist, alongside the brilliantly booked tournament qualifier where Eddie used a "wrist-lock rollup" to advance. Tommy Blacha explains the backstage perspective on why Eddie Guerrero took to the WWF style like a fish to water while other "jumpers" struggled. We also discuss the "bureaucracy of the fax machine" as Linda McMahon sends a high-stakes decree from afar, and Vince McMahon's bizarre obsession with the size of his own "grapefruits."

Other highlights include:

- The Rock delivering a "Pierced Anus" promo that only he could pull off.

- Kurt Angle's legendary Nashville "inbreeding" promo and his "Smart Mark" match against Bubba Ray Dudley.

- The Dudley Boyz facing a 5-on-2 handicap dumpster-table-chaos match.

- Pat Patterson and Gerald Brisco taking their hardcore feud to a New York champagne celebration.

- Tommy Blacha reveals the locker room tension surrounding Sean Stasiak and his secret tape recorder.

0:00 - Intro

3:13 - Sean Stasiak and the secret tape recorder scandal

4:06 - The transition of WCW "jumpers" like The Radicals

6:00 - Kurt Angle vs. Bubba Ray Dudley (KOTR Qualifier)

9:20 - Tommy vs. Rob: The "Seasoned Pro" vs. "Tag Team Herb" debate

12:15 - The mysterious "Wall of Voodoo" fan in the front row

14:15 - Linda McMahon and the bureaucracy of the fax machine

16:30 - The comedic timing of Brisco & Patterson

18:30 - Vince McMahon questions his own "raisin-sized grapefruits"

21:50 - Vince's "Steak and Potatoes" booking philosophy

26:00 - Match: Chris Benoit vs. X-Pac (KOTR Qualifier)

32:15 - Eddie Guerrero & Chyna: The masterclass begins

36:45 - Behind the Scenes: Why Eddie and Kurt never get "stink" on them

41:15 - Chris Jericho vs. Edge (KOTR Qualifier)

42:45 - Triple H, Bossman, and Bull Buchanan's broken-up alliance

44:00 - Undertaker vs. Bossman & Bull Buchanan

45:10 - Jesse Ventura raises Triple H’s hand in Minnesota

46:15 - Rikishi vs. Scotty 2 Hotty (KOTR Qualifier)

48:30 - Kane vs. The Hardys: The "Elephant in the Jungle" psychology

53:50 - Crash Holly vs. Hardcore Holly (KOTR Qualifier)

56:30 - Gerald Brisco wins the Hardcore Title with a pipe

1:00:15 - Triple H snuffs Test (The "Shoot Snuff" talk)

1:03:15 - Main Event: The Rock vs. T&A (Handicap Match)

1:08:30 - The Rock, Kane, and Undertaker unite against Triple H

1:11:40 - WCW Freefall: Goldberg turns heel and eats a contract

1:18:20 - Outro

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