Podcast · Sport
by Chris Tubbs · English · Sport
”The Voice of Minnesota Wrestling” and former AWA Ring Announcer/Broadcaster Mick Karch, former AWA Director/Producer ”Polish” Joe Ciupik and Chris Tubbs recap the glory days of the historic and influential American Wrestling Association.
13 Oct 2026 · 1 hrNew
This week we ask about your AWA Mt. Rushmore (that doesn't include Verne Gagne.) Did your names make the list? We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E238 · 6 Oct 2026 · 1 hr
This week we look at the roster in the year 1982. We discuss the top villains and heroes, including Ken Patera, Nick Bockwinkel, Ray Stevens, Hulk Hogan, Tito Santana, Brad Rheigans and a TON more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E237 · 29 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
This week we take a break from our normal content and combine it with Back 2 Ringside as we discuss the tragic passing of Benjamin Satterly (aka Pac), on the heels of Andy Williams, what AEW is going through, Tony Khan stepping up, are there some similarities to 80's and 90's, violence and pressure on the indies and more. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E236 · 22 Sep 2026 · 1 hr
This week it's another "No DQ and A", where we answer your questions. Did Verne Gagne stiff Ric Flair at Twin Wars 90, The Crusher as "The Judge", Curt Hennig's friendship with Wade Boggs and more. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E235 · 15 Sep 2026 · 1 hr
This week we continue to focus on the 1960's as we discuss the best feuds of 1966, including Crusher & Bruiser vs. Larry Hennig & Harley Race, Verne Gagne vs. Mad Dog Vachon, why there was a mixing and matching of main event matches and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E234 · 8 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 5 min
This week we discuss babyfaces from the early 1960's and why they were so influential. From looks to style to personality, these are some of the most iconic heroes in AWA history including Haystacks Calhoun, Hercules Coirtez, Eddie Sharkey and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E233 · 1 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
This week we discuss heels from the early 1960's and why they were as crucial as they were. From looks to style to personality, these are some of the most iconic bad guys in AWA history including Fritz Von Erich, Dr. Bill Miller, the Kalmikoff Brothers and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E232 · 25 Aug 2026 · 1 hr
This week we discuss heels from the 1970's and 1980's that didn't get over, which include (but not limited to) Larry Cameron, Kim Duk, Roger Kirby and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E231 · 18 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
This week it's another "No DQ and A" where we (sort of) answer your questions. We discuss honest paydays, what makes a legendary tag team, Little Bruiser, "Fast" Eddie Sharkey and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E230 · 11 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
This week we look back at the year 1972, including why it could be considered one of the best years, the sad reason why some teams were formed, memorable talent and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E229 · 10 Aug 2026 · 16 min
In this special bonus episode, Chris Tubbs and Mick Karch are joined by the NEW WWE Intercontinental Champion Chad Gable as we discuss winning the Intercontinental title in his hometown, being "one of us", the frustration of being overlooked, carrying on the legacy of Minnesota professional wrestling and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E228 · 6 Aug 2026 · 48 min
This week we're back with a look at "Slick Mick's Pix!" We get a cool shot of three world champions, tag team legends, "Ronnie Piper"?, Fed and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E227 · 28 Jul 2026 · 52 min
This week Chris Tubbs and Mick Karch are joined by the legendary Mickie James as we discuss the evolution and explosion of women's wrestling, preparing for major WWE shows, her husband Nick Aldis returning to the ring at SummerSlam and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E226 · 27 Jul 2026 · 37 min
In this bonus episode, Chris Tubbs talks with the Owner of HighSpots.com and Founder of WrestleCon, Michael Bochicchio about his first trip to Minneapolis, what he's looking forward to, what goes into planning an event like this, his relationship with WWE and more. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E225 · 21 Jul 2026 · 55 min
This week it's another "No DQ and A", where we answer your questions. We discuss July being a tough month for deaths, the greatest Japanese wrestler ever to appear in the AWA, which referee is most associated with the AWA, David Sammartino not getting over and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E224 · 14 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
This week we recap our weekend at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame Weekend in Waterloo! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E223 · 30 Jun 2026 · 1 hr
This week we get a peak at some of Slick Mick's Pix! We see the most scarred forehead in wrestling?, a new spin on Nick vs. Verne, what is the "PPP," young Punk and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E222 · 23 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
This week we ask for YOUR dream tag team combination of an AWA star and wrestler from the current day! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E221 · 16 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
This week it's another of our popular "No DQ and A." Why did Stan Kowalski hate the name Big K so much, how much was it just a "good old boys club", Chad Gable's fit in the AWA, seeing shenanigans first hand and more! If you have a question for the pod, email [email protected]. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E220 · 16 Jun 2026 · 14 min
Today Chris Tubbs is joined by the incomparable Bayley! We discuss the evolution of women's wrestling, being a leader in the locker room, what version of Bayley is her favorite, her goal for SummerSlam and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E219 · 16 Jun 2026 · 21 min
It's a bonus "new school" edition of AWA Unleashed as Chris Tubbs talks with the current WWE United States Trick Williams! We discuss reaching out to WWE (but not for wrestling), his time in NXT, the Gingerbread Man and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E218 · 2 Jun 2026 · 53 min
This week we talk with the Event Coordinator for the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Hall of Fame, Chad Olson about the last minute additions to this years activities, how the event has evolved, why each inductee is deserving and more. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E217 · 26 May 2026 · 49 min
This week we're joined by "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin as we discuss his journey to the AWA, why the weather didn't bother him, how he views the win over the Road Warriors, Precious and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E216 · 19 May 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
This week we look back at the year 1981, including the nonsensical World Championship title change, where television syndication was booming, other "forgotten" titles, and more. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E215 · 12 May 2026 · 40 min
This week we have an extra special episode where we're joined by Gloria Lovell from the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame. We discuss her history in the business, how she eventually ended up getting involved in the Hall of Fame, this year's festivities and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E214 · 5 May 2026 · 59 min
This week we look back at the year 1962. We discuss the importance in AWA history, all of the championships, what the territory looked like geographically, the top storyline, and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E213 · 28 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 24 min
This week we're joined by The Golden Idol! We discuss his training with Eddie Sharkey, who came up with the "Golden Idol" name, how Mick helped his career, who makes him emotional and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E212 · 21 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
This week we ask you guys who is the AWA personality you would like to sit down with and have a conversation with, and we let you explain why! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E211 · 14 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
This month's watchalong is "Monsters of the Mat!" We watch Big John Studd vs. Mad Dog Vachon, Big John Studd, The Heenan Family and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
E210 · 7 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 35 min
This week we get a chance to talk with the "First Lady of Professional Wrestling" and Chris' first wrestling crush, the one and only Missy Hyatt! We discuss her many roles over the years, what territory did she enjoy working with the most, being a target at the Mick Foley Roast during last year’s Cauliflower Alley Club Reunion, her new project, some word association and a TON more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
”The Voice of Minnesota Wrestling” and former AWA Ring Announcer/Broadcaster Mick Karch, former AWA Director/Producer ”Polish” Joe Ciupik and Chris Tubbs recap the glory days of the historic and influential American Wrestling Association.
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