From Starrcade '83 to March 26, 2001, Tony Schiavone was the voice of professional wrestling below the Mason-Dixon Line. Though the Monday Night Wars may be over you can still relive the memories of Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling. Hear for yourself why What Happened When wi
On this episode of What Happened When, the voice of our childhood, Tony Schiavone, and host Conrad Thompson welcome ECW legend and AEW coach Jerry Lynn! Jerry shares incredible stories from his storied career across multiple promotions and discusses the lessons he's passing on to the next generation of wrestling stars. Then, the guys settle in for a watchalong of two of Jerry's unforgettable ROH battles against Roderick Strong and Nigel McGuinness. THIS WEEKS SPONSORS MOD - Visit http://MOD.com for a free consultation and get 10% off your first order PLUS free shipping with promo code WHW…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson travel back to October 4, 1986, for an action packed, nostalgia stuffed edition of World Championship Wrestling! The jaw-jacking between Magnum T.A. and Gorgeous Jimmy Garvin reaches a fever pitch, while "Nature Boy" Ric Flair sings the praises of the National Wrestling Alliance and, naturally, reminds everyone why he believes he stands above all its stars. Plus, Randy Mulkey steps into the ring, the Minnesota Wrecking Crew delivers a brutal beatdown, and the stars of Jim Crockett Promotions keep the action coming…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson celebrate the life and legacy of PAC. Tony shares personal stories from working with him and reflects on the love PAC inspired throughout the AEW roster. The guys revisit PAC's five-and-a-half-star match with Will Ospreay from AEW All Out 2024, recap All Out 2026, and discuss the latest on Steven Borden's condition. THIS WEEKS SPONSORS SQUARE - Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at www.square.com/go/whw #squarepod MARS MEN - Get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome AEW superstar Juice Robinson! The guys watch a couple of Juice's most action-packed matches while hearing stories from his remarkable journey through professional wrestling. Juice reflects on building his career overseas, finding success in the United States, and the unforgettable experiences that helped shape the wild and unpredictable competitor fans know today. Plus, Tony will give us his predictions on this weekend's BIG PPV, AEW ALL OUT! THIS WEEKS SPONSORS MOD - Visit http://MOD.com for a free…
On this special episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome Jamie Dundee to celebrate the incredible life and legacy of his legendary father, "Superstar" Bill Dundee. Jamie shares hilarious stories from his time in Texas, unforgettable memories from growing up with one of wrestling's most colorful personalities, and a heartfelt look at the man behind the Superstar. It's an episode filled with laughter, love, and stories only Jamie can tell as we honor the one-of-a-kind Bill Dundee. BILL DUNDEE SERVICE INFORMATION - Friends, family, and the public are invited to…
On this special episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson remember Andy "The Butcher" Williams and reflect on the lasting impact he made on the AEW locker room, professional wrestling and the music world. Tony also shares personal stories about working with the late "Superstar" Bill Dundee and celebrates the unforgettable legacy of the Memphis wrestling icon. Then, AEW and ROH stars Austin and Colten Gunn join the show to reveal what's happening in their world while revisiting two incredible matches from their careers. REBEL HEART - Join Rebel, Tony and all of us in…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson fire up the time machine and revisit the August 30, 1986, edition of World Championship Wrestling! Jim Crockett announces that the National Tag Team Championship is being rebranded as the United States Tag Team Championship, and much of the program is devoted to promoting a massive one night tournament at the Omni to crown the inaugural champions. Plus, Wahoo McDaniel captures the National Heavyweight Championship from Tully Blanchard in Los Angeles, the Kansas Jayhawks confront Jim Cornette and Big Bubba, and Ric…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson fire up the time machine and head back 40 years to the golden year of 1986 for a classic edition of World Championship Wrestling from the TBS Studios! The wrestling world is changing fast as Nikita Koloff defeats Magnum T.A. in the dramatic seventh and deciding match of their legendary Best-of-Seven Series in Charlotte. Meanwhile, the Rock 'n' Roll Express dethrone the Midnight Express in Philadelphia to once again become NWA World Tag Team Champions! But perhaps the biggest shock of all comes when Baby Doll turns her…
It's a milestone celebration 500 episodes in the making! On this special edition of What Happened When , Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson celebrate their 500th episode with a very special guest, ROH legend and AEW superstar Rocky Romero! Rocky joins the guys to look back at his incredible career spanning decades, promotions, countries, and some of the biggest moments in professional wrestling. From his legendary run in Japan and success in Ring of Honor to his impact behind the scenes and in the ring at AEW, Rocky has stories to tell, and Tony and Conrad are ready to hear them! Then it's…
It's a wild one on What Happened When! Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson cover it all, starting with Tony's incredible trip to Mexico for AEW Grand Slam, as he shares stories and memories from an unforgettable experience south of the border. Then, Tony and Conrad reflect on the remarkable life and legendary career of Dory Funk Jr., celebrating his influence, accomplishments, and lasting impact on generations of professional wrestlers. But nothing can prepare you for the main event, the debut of "Tiny Schiavone!" Tiny joins the madness as the guys fire up the time machine and head back 30…
On this edition of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson travel back 40 years to the final TBS television show before the legendary Great American Bash 1986 wrapped up in Atlanta's Fulton County Stadium. The guys revisit one of the most important episodes of the era, featuring the very first television interview with the new NWA World Heavyweight Champion, Dusty Rhodes, fresh off his historic victory over Ric Flair. They'll also relive the unforgettable footage of Jimmy Valiant paying the ultimate price as Paul Jones finally gets his revenge by shaving the Boogie Woogie's…
Tony Schiavone has seen a lot in professional wrestling, but even he may not be prepared for this trip down memory lane! On this wild edition of What Happened When, Tony and Conrad welcome one of AEW's most unforgettable personalities, Dr. Luther, The Butler, to revisit the brutal, blood-soaked world of Frontier Martial Arts Wrestling (FMW) in Japan. Luther shares firsthand stories from one of the most violent eras in wrestling history as the guys watch some of his most savage FMW battles. From death-defying bumps and barbed wire mayhem to the unique culture of Japanese hardcore wrestling,…
This week, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome AEW superstar, actor, writer, and independent wrestling sensation RJ City for a hilarious and insightful trip through some of the most memorable matches of his career. RJ joins the guys to relive the stories behind three unforgettable bouts, breaking down what happened inside and outside the ring as only he can. The watch-along includes: Tajiri vs. Channing Decker vs. Tommy Dreamer vs. RJ City Wardlow vs. RJ City David Arquette vs. RJ City From outrageous moments and behind-the-scenes stories to the lessons learned sharing the ring with…
Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome one of the original voices and true pillars of All Elite Wrestling, Alex Marvez, to What Happened When for a fascinating look behind the scenes of AEW's remarkable journey. From the company's earliest days to its biggest milestones, Alex shares stories from the front lines and reflects on what it has been like helping build AEW from the ground up. Then, the conversation turns to a match Alex believes will be remembered as one of the defining moments in AEW history: Jon Moxley vs. Hangman Adam Page for the AEW World Championship at All In: Texas. Why…
Tony Schiavone is welcoming one of the most entertaining personalities in professional wrestling to the show! This week on What Happened When, Conrad Thompson and Tony sit down with AEW and ROH star, attorney extraordinaire, and co-host of the Major Wrestling Figure Podcast, "Smart" Mark Sterling! From his unique journey into professional wrestling to balancing life as an in-ring performer, manager, podcast host, and toy collector, Mark shares stories you've never heard before. Of course, with Tony Schiavone behind the microphone, expect plenty of laughs, candid stories, and a few unexpected…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome one of the most accomplished in-ring performers of his generation, Roderick Strong, for a special watch-along celebrating two of the standout matches from his incredible career. Join the guys as they revisit Strong's unforgettable battles against Hiroshi Tanahashi and Will Ospreay, breaking down the stories behind each match. Roderick offers unique insight into sharing the ring with two of wrestling's all-time greats, discussing everything from in ring strategy and chemistry to the pressure of delivering on the…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson get you ready for one of the biggest events of the summer as they preview AEW's upcoming Forbidden Door pay-per-view! Tony shares his thoughts on the highly anticipated card, the unique partnership between AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling, and what fans should be watching for when the Forbidden Door swings open once again. But that's not all! The guys also take a deep dive into two of the most unforgettable battles in Forbidden Door history. First, they revisit the dream match that captivated the wrestling world: Bryan…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome one of the most recognizable voices in professional wrestling, Ring of Honor's legendary ring announcer, Bobby Cruise. For more than two decades, Bobby Cruise has been at the center of some of Ring of Honor's most memorable moments, introducing countless future stars and witnessing wrestling history firsthand. Bobby joins Tony and Conrad to share stories from his incredible career, including his experiences during ROH's formative years, unforgettable moments behind the microphone, and the relationships he's…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome a very special guest, wrestling legend Dustin Rhodes! The Natural joins the show for an unforgettable conversation covering his incredible journey through professional wrestling, growing up in one of the sport's most famous families, and the lessons he's learned during a career that has spanned generations. Dustin shares stories from his days in WCW, WWE, and AEW, reflects on some of the biggest moments and matches of his career, and opens up about the challenges and triumphs that have shaped his remarkable…
On this episode, Tony Schiavone takes us back to one of the most explosive periods in Jim Crockett Promotions history! After being reprimanded by NWA President Bob Geigle, United States Champion Magnum T.A. snaps and attacks the president, setting off a chain of events that leads to Magnum being stripped of the U.S. Title. The fallout paves the way for one of wrestling's most legendary rivalries as Magnum T.A. and Nikita Koloff are placed on a collision course in their iconic Best-of-Seven Series. Plus, Tony breaks down the infamous rules of the Rock 'n' Roll Express Super Summer Sizzler…
On this edition of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson fire up the time machine and take you back 40 years to one of the most explosive stretches in Jim Crockett Promotions and the National Wrestling Alliance . It's Memorial Day weekend 1986, and the road to The Great American Bash is already blazing hot. Tony relives the intensity of the unforgettable contract signing between Nikita Koloff and Magnum T.A. a moment dripping with tension that set the tone for the summer ahead. Things get even more brutal as Ricky Morton suffers a gruesome broken nose at the hands of Ric…
On this laugh filled and story packed edition, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson sit down with one of AEW's most recognizable voices, Justin Roberts . Known as the "yapper dapper," Justin delivers a perfect mix of behind-the-scenes insight, road stories, and genuine humor that keeps the conversation moving from start to finish. Justin opens up about his journey through professional wrestling, sharing unforgettable moments from inside the ring and on the road, along with his unique perspective on what makes a great live wrestling experience. The chemistry between Tony, Conrad, and Justin…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony welcomes his close personal friend and AEW writer/producer RD Evans! RD shares stories of his love for WCW and Goldberg. He also takes us on a wild run through a classic Chikara tag team gaultet match from 2011 featuring the late great Brody Lee. All that plus, we watch the debut of an up and comer RD's never seen before. WCW United States Championship Belt:…
On this week's episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson are joined by the ever-entertaining Matt Menard for a wild ride through one of All Elite Wrestling 's most chaotic matches ever. The trio fires up Double or Nothing 2022 and revisits the unforgettable "Anarchy in the Arena" match, a brutal, anything goes spectacle that redefined mayhem in AEW. From the nonstop brawling to the blood-soaked moments and absolute carnage, Matt gives firsthand insight into what it was like being part of the madness, while Tony shares his perspective from the commentary desk. BLUECHEW…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome a very special guest, AEW commentator and one of Tony's closest friends, Nigel McGuinness .Things take a hilarious turn as Nigel is tasked with revisiting some of longtime rival and fellow technician, Bryan Danielson . With plenty of laughs, sharp wit, and maybe a little friendly roasting, Nigel doesn't hold back as he breaks down what went wrong and has a blast doing it. BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code WHW. Visit http://blueChew.com for…
https://youtu.be/x1_axKXOn78 On this episode of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone, Tony is joined by special guest host Mike Dockins for a fun and engaging conversation with two of AEW and ROH's most dynamic stars Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie. Johnny and Taya share stories from their time in the squared circle, offering insight into their journeys through professional wrestling and what it's like performing on some of the biggest stages in AEW and Ring of Honor. From behind-the-scenes moments to life on the road, the duo brings energy, humor, and plenty of great stories to the table.…
On this episode of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone, Tony and Conrad throw out the format and just hang out, delivering a laid back, no rules conversation you won't hear anywhere else. The guys catch up on everything happening in and out of the ring, including their thoughts on AEW Dynasty and the moments that stood out most. Tony also opens up about one of the biggest mistakes of his career, offering honest reflection and behind the scenes insight you won't want to miss. Of course, it wouldn't be What Happened When without plenty of laughs, as Tony and Conrad bust each other's balls…
On this episode of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone, Tony and Conrad welcome two of the fastest rising and most entertaining tag teams in wrestling today AEW and ROH standouts, The Outrunners! Get ready for a fun, high energy conversation as The Outrunners join the show to talk about their journey through the wrestling business, finding their groove in AEW and Ring of Honor, and what sets them apart in today's tag team landscape. From their unique throwback style to their growing fanbase, and what it's really like working under the AEW/ROH banner. Plus, expect plenty of classic Tony…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome a very special guest Tony's longtime broadcast partner, David Crockett for a heartfelt and hilarious trip down memory lane. The trio dive into how Tony and David first crossed paths and developed the chemistry that would define an era of wrestling television. From their early days behind the desk to the chaos and camaraderie of life on the road, the stories flow freely as they revisit the moments that made their partnership so memorable. Along the way, they share behind-the-scenes tales involving larger than…
On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson take you back to a defining—and emotional moment in wrestling history: the 25th anniversary of the final Monday Nitro. Tony opens up like never before about what it felt like being there that night where his head was, what the atmosphere was really like backstage, and the surreal moment when the lights went out on WCW for good. It's honest, reflective, and full of perspective only Tony can provide. Then, the guys switch gears and fire up the tape machine to revisit some of Booker T's earliest matches alongside his…
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From Starrcade '83 to March 26, 2001, Tony Schiavone was the voice of professional wrestling below the Mason-Dixon Line. Though the Monday Night Wars may be over you can still relive the memories of Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling. Hear for yourself why What Happened When wi
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