The Ross Report

It's a two-fer on "The Ross Report"! First up, Kimbo Slice - talking about his upcoming fight against Ken Shamrock on SpikeTV. Then, Jim Cornette returns to talk Kevin Owens, the NWA Legends Fan Fest, and Sunny's potential new XXX career.

Danny Davis of OVW tells you what you need to do if you wanna make it in pro-wrestling! He's trained more Wrestlemania main-eventers than anyone - CM Punk, John Cena, Brock Lesnar, and Batista. You'll also hear about Danny's early days as a masked wrestler, how he learned the craft, and some really good kayfabe stories!

Former WCW broadcaster turned Pittsburgh radio icon, Mark Madden joins JR to breakdown the WWE Payback PPV. Hear their thoughts on "I Quit" matches, Lana, The Bellas, Neville, Rusev & Cena, and how they graded the PPV overall. Plus, they discuss ROH, TNA's creative state, Samoa Joe's future, WM32 with Steve Austin, NXT, Stacy Keibler, Stephanie McMahon, and the future of WWE without Vince McMahon.

Taz, "The Human Podcast Machine," joins JR to discuss the art of calling a pro-wrestling match, learning from the greats, and his first big break at the announcer's table. He also remembers his WWF debut, what Joey Styles did for him at ECW, and working the Garden in NY. Plus, hear Taz's take on current WWE stars Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar, and Seth Rollins.

Is Samoa Joe going to WWE? If MMA/UFC had been bigger when Joe was getting started, would he have chosen that path instead of pro-wrestling? Joe answers both questions, and also has some thoughts on his Samoan upbringing & parents, show biz at a young age, his participation in the 1984 Summer Olympics opening ceremony, his friend CM Punk, ROH, his time at TNA, Sting's future, Ronda Rousey, and wrestling in Japan.

Mike Johnson of PWInsider.com joins JR to talk "Extreme Rules" and whether a PPV like that is even relevant in today's world of pro-wrestling! They break down matches & performances, talk tag teams, Divas, and main events. Plus, they discuss TNA's new hire in the form of Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins fame, Ring of Honor, Lucha Underground, New Japan, and even boxing!

Bobby Roode was at RAW the night Vince McMahon bought WCW... but he was there as a fan! He's sharing his journey from fan to TNA Impact star with JR - from tagging with James Storm to working with Kurt Angle to the debt he owes Jeff Jarrett! He's also got road stories about Bubba Ray, thoughts on Samoa Joe, and some recollections about the Montreal Screw Job!

WWE Hall of Famer Shawn Michaels opens up to JR about hitting rock bottom and making a huge life change, overcoming his back injury, his 2002 return to pro-wrestling, and his near-jump to WCW. Plus, he shares thoughts on what WWE should do to grow the business and brand, and what he would do differently if he was in the ring today. And as for WM32 rumors... you'll have to listen & find out!

Dave Meltzer from Wrestling Observer Newsletter breaks down Wrestlemania 31 with JR. Who got the biggest cheers? Who had the best match? What was the best surprise? And what does it all mean for Wrestlemania 32 in Dallas? Hear fantasy booking for Roman Reigns, Daniel Bryan, The Undertaker, Sting, Brock Lesnar and Bray Wyatt. Plus, Dave & JR share thoughts on Lucha Libre, TNA, Ring of Honor, NXT, and Global Force Wrestling.

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The World's Most Dangerous Man, Ken Shamrock talks about bare-knuckle boxing and the training required to be competitive, his time in WWE & why he left to go back to UFC, his relationship with Dana White, his thoughts on CM Punk's foray into MMA, game-changing fights in his career, his UFC legacy, and what he thinks Brock Lesnar's future holds!