Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich

Dangerous Conversations Ep. 71: Magazine Covers, Road Stories & Memphis Mafia Memories

Episode #71 of Dangerous Conversations with “Dangerous” Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich is another fan-driven Q&A episode. This week, Doug and Tommy preview several upcoming events, including Tommy stepping into a cage match in Shawneetown, Illinois on June 6th, Doug’s upcoming appearances, the Memphis Mafia hitting the road, and even some talk about future live/video versions of the podcast. The guys also dig into listener questions covering: * Tommy being featured on so many wrestling magazine covers in the 1980s * What wrestling angles Eddie Gilbert would have appreciated today * Eddie’s influence on the famous “This Is Your Life” style angle * Doug’s favorite memories of Brian Christopher * Who was tough — or impossible — to travel with * Why telling a story still matters in wrestling * The drawing power of Handsome Jimmy / Boogie Woogie Man * Why Memphis and Georgia TV made certain wrestlers unforgettable There’s also plenty of classic Doug and Tommy banter, including talk about live watchalong shows, future video episodes, possible live fan Q&As, old Memphis footage, Japan matches, cage matches, comedy shows, horror conventions, and a lot of other great things on the horizon for the Memphis Mafia and Dangerous Conversations! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ [https://www.patreon.com/retrowrestlingarchive]

Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich Ep. 70: Remembering Phil Hickerson

Episode #70 of Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich is a special tribute episode remembering the life and career of Phil Hickerson, who passed away this week at the age of 79 in Jackson, Tennessee. Phil wasn’t just another guy on the card. He was tough, believable, versatile, and the kind of wrestler who could make anybody look better just by being in the ring with them. Tommy shares memories of wrestling Phil in his very first match in Tupelo, while Doug talks about Phil being part of his first angle in Tennessee and the lessons he learned from working with him. This episode is part career retrospective, part locker room tribute, and part celebration of a man who left a much bigger mark on wrestling than he often gets credit for. If you only remember Phil Hickerson from one run, one gimmick, or one era, this episode gives you a much deeper look at just how respected he was by the people who worked with him, rode with him, learned from him, and loved him. Rest in peace, Phil Hickerson. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ [https://www.patreon.com/retrowrestlingarchive]

Dangerous Conversations Ep. 69: The Wildest Road Stories Yet!

This week, Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich answer fan questions that go EVERYWHERE: * Roddy Piper nearly driving Tommy off a mountain * Eddie being in the old WCW Nintendo game in 1990 * Wrestling psychology, Japan stories & fighting back * Buzz Sawyer suplexing somebody in a parking lot! * Why championship belts meant more back “in the day” * Plus: Harley Race, Stand Up Comedy, Buddy Landel, Jackie Fargo & so much more! Funny, chaotic, honest, and completely unpredictable with stories you’ll only hear on Dangerous Conversations! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ [https://www.patreon.com/retrowrestlingarchive]

Dangerous Conversations Ep. 68: Doug & Tommy's Dangerous Mother's Day Special

This week on Episode #68 of Dangerous Conversations, Gene Jackson sits down with Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich for a special Mother’s Day episode packed with classic Memphis wrestling stories, rare TV moments, and unforgettable memories. Doug & Gene open the show discussing Doug’s time in Puerto Rico and then Tommy joins the show to take a deep dive into the legendary Memphis TV appearances of Peggy Rich and Peggy Gilbert including Tommy Rich’s emotional 1980 studio segment and the infamous Power Pro Wrestling “box” angle involving Tommy Rich, Peggy Gilbert, and Randy Hales. Classic Memphis storytelling, laughs, chaos, and family memories exactly the kind of Dangerous Conversations you’ve come to expect.  Play this one for your Mother on Mother's Day, she'll love it! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ [https://www.patreon.com/retrowrestlingarchive]

Dangerous Conversations Ep. 67: Getting Over, Going Under and more Pro Wrestling Booking Lessons

On Episode #67 of Dangerous Conversations, Doug Gilbert and Tommy “Wildfire” Rich answer fan questions and break down the real side of the wrestling business.  *  What it’s REALLY like being a booker (and why it’s a 24/7 job)  *  How wrestlers actually get over (hint: it’s not always winning)  *  The art of connecting with the audience  *  Babyface vs. heel - which did each enjoy more? *  Big arenas vs. Small town venues Real stories and real insight on how the business actually worked. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ [https://www.patreon.com/retrowrestlingarchive]