Double length episode!!
Featuring our review of TNA’s performance in the 2009 Observer Awards, Worth a Thousand Words, TNA Impact, Hogan’s talk with Hebner, Flair’s party with AJ and much more!
Worth a Thousand Words:
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Posted on February 05, 2010 by Steve Kriske
ROH’s (formerly) annual tournament returned in 2010, just in time for Tyler Black to return to the top of the card. Check out all our thoughts on his victory and the rest of Survival of the Fittest 2009 in our latest podcast.
Posted on February 05, 2010 by Steve Kriske
Results sent in by Brian Streleckis. In pre-show matches, John Kermon and Bobby Dempsey scored singles wins over Rob Wolf and Ernesto Osiris respectively.
1) Claudio Castagnoli defeated Andy Ridge. Claudio wins a squash with the UFO.
2) TV Title Quarterfinals: Kevin Steen defeated Rhett Titus
3) The Kings of Wrestling (Chris Hero & Claudio Castagnoli) defeated the Bravado Brothers (more…)
Posted on February 02, 2010 by Steve Kriske
If you’re lost in an endless loop on this Groundhog Day, we’ll be your constant and provide all the latest ROH news to keep you moving forward. LA results, TV (now with 50% more titles!) preview, Richards’ renewal, and some R-e-s-p-e-c-t. Namaste!
Posted on January 31, 2010 by Rick Finch
Sorry about the wait, but maybe it was worth it!
This week’s jam-packed episode features our review of Genesis, TNA Epics, Nature Boy A.J. Styles, the Orlando Screwjob, Steve Smalls laying down the law, Kong’s beatdown of Bubba the Love Sponge and much more!
Posted on January 31, 2010 by Brian Streleckis
Chikara opened up their 2010 as they closed their 2009: on a Sunday in Philadelphia, on the day of a major WWE PPV. Oh yeah, and awesomely, likely better than the WWE show. (more…)
Posted on January 29, 2010 by Steve Kriske
Top contenders go head-to-head in Illinois as we review ROH’s Clash of the Contenders. Check out all our thoughts on Richards vs. Omega and Hero vs. Black, as well as a lucky title match and all the rest. As for our match ratings, we’ve got the only meter that matters.
Posted on January 24, 2010 by Steve Kriske
With six more episodes of TV in the can, Ring of Honor looks to the west as we preview next weekend’s Southern California debut as part of the Wrestle Reunion IV convention, featuring the return of Jushin Liger and the swan song of the Young Bucks. We also discuss the pending debut in Charlotte and other current events in Part 1.
Posted on January 21, 2010 by Rick Finch
It’s the sophomore show for Hogan and Friends!
On this Up North Radio we cover a great opening match, Jarrett’s heel turn, Sean Morley’s adventures in catchphrases, plus Bischoff, Bischoff and more Bischoff.
We also have some Ask Burnside questions, a Karen Angle Classic Clip and a fantastic ‘How Bad Can It Get’ youtube video.
Remember, you can send your Ask Burnside questions to upnorthradio@gmail.com.
Posted on January 19, 2010 by John Philapavage
Match # 18: Tiger Mask vs. Dynamite Kid (4/23/81)
Hell yes! Tiger Mask makes his first appearance on the set. I totally respect TM detractors (and Dynamite negaters too), as there are some valid points, but I simply mark out big time for this match up. It’s fun. Hopefully that feeling is validated in the work. (more…)
Posted on January 19, 2010 by John Philapavage
Match # 17: Tatsumi Fujinami vs. Steve Keirn (11/6/80)
We saw this one early on (Match # 2). It had a good storyline to a 2/3 falls match, and now the long awaited rematch begins. (more…)
Posted on January 16, 2010 by Rick Finch
It’s the Hogan show!
We cover the big January 4th LIVE Impact in ridiculous detail, all the surprises, mark out moments and stupidity.
Plus we begin Season 2 of Worth A Thousand Words.
Enjoy!
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Posted on January 13, 2010 by Steve Kriske
The Final Countdown Tour comes to a final final countdown in New York as we review the Glory By Honor VIII DVD. Check out all our thoughts on the final match and farewell for Bryan Danielson and Nigel McGuinness, the rest of the big card, and the bounty of DVD extras, as well as the top moment of Danielson’s career as we wrap up The Final Countdown Meter.
Posted on January 13, 2010 by John Philapavage
Match # 16: Chavo Guerrero vs. Kengo Kimura (11/3/80)
Joined in progress?! What’s this crap? I’ve been waiting on this one ever since the first Kimura/Chavo tango. We come in mid-hold, friends. (more…)
Posted on January 13, 2010 by John Philapavage
Match # 15: Bob Backlund vs. Stan Hansen (9/30/80)
Finally, a match where I have a rooting interest. I like Hansen. He’s tough and bad ass, and is style works for me. Backlund is a total goof who comes out here waving to the crowd like a geeky Howdy Doody. I* hope Hansen destroys Backlund, who may or may not be the WWWF World Champion here (he has a belt). (more…)
Posted on January 10, 2010 by Rick Finch
It’s our BIG end of the year special!
In addition to the last Impact of 2009 we review tons of polls which were decided by you the listener, and throw more special features at you than you can handle.
-You’re Not Helping
-Tenay Reads Lyrics
-A Year Ago Today
-Ask Burnside
-Ask Finch
-Classic Clip
-How Bad Can It Get
They’re all here!
Plus we choose the best photo of the last six months courtesy of the fine photographers at tnawrestling.com.
It’s a grand and stupendous show. Please enjoy.
How Bad Can It Get - Fan’s Revenge - Video #1
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How Bad Can It Get - Fan’s Revenge - Video #3
How Bad Can It Get - Fan’s Revenge - Video #4
How Bad Can It Get - Fan’s Revenge - Video #5
Worth A Thousand Words - Grand Championships
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Posted on January 09, 2010 by Steve Kriske
The show started at 4 pm as it was announced earlier this week that it was moved up due to the Eagles playing Saturday night.
John Kermon and the Bravado Brothers each won dark matches.
There was an in-ring segment with Jim Cornette, Tyler Black, and Roderick Strong to hype Black’s title challenge and the tension between Black and Strong. (more…)
Posted on January 08, 2010 by Steve Kriske
Pelle Primeau defeated John Kermon (accompanied by Sly Stetson) in a dark match.
The main show opened with a promo involving Jim Cornette, Austin Aries, and Tyler Black. Black demanded another title shot after their 60-minute draw at Final Battle, but Aries claimed that as champion, he doesn’t have to beat Black. Cornette set a re-match for the 8th Anniversary show and declared that there would be three judges to determine a winner if the match went to a draw. Each of the three men would get to pick one judge, and they later announced that Kenny King, Roderick Strong, and Cornette himself would be the judges. (more…)
Posted on January 07, 2010 by Steve Kriske
As ROH gets ready to start off its 2010, we preview this weekend’s television tapings, including Pick Six contender matches and the potential HDNet farewell for the Young Bucks. We also take a look at Pro Wrestling Respect, a new platform for the next wave of home-grown talent.
Posted on January 04, 2010 by John Philapavage
Match # 14: Tatsumi Fujinami vs. Ron Starr (9/30/80)
No idea who Ron Starr is, but he has curly hair and an outfit that can only be described as era appropriate. He looks like a jobber, but there is most likely a good reason this is on the set. (more…)
Posted on February 06, 2010 by Rick Finch
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