Prime Time With Sean Mooney

On this episode of "Network Classics," we relive episode #2 of Monday Night Raw from January 18, 1993! This episode of Raw will most be remembered for the Repo Man stealing Macho Man's hat (with Sean Mooney on the case), as well as the continued feud between Mr. Perfect and Ric Flair, which would lead to a "Loser Leaves Town" match the following week. Plus, Marty Jannetty and Tito Santana are in action, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive another legendary conversation with one half of The Fabulous Rougeaus, The Mountie, Jacques Rougeau! Jacques talks about teaming with his brother Raymond, his heat with Vince and the WWE, the infamous backstage fight with Dynamite Kid, the creation of The Mountie gimmick, why it was banned in Canada, and more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney," we welcome a trailblazer in women's wrestling, as WWE Hall of Famer Madusa/Alundra Blayze joins us! Madusa recounts her struggles as a kid, having to constantly try to gain approval from her parents. She also talks about the challenges women have historically faced in the world of pro wrestling, often being viewed as a sideshow. Madusa talks about winning PWI's Rookie of the Year award, and what that did to bolster women's wrestling. She also talks about some of the pioneers of women's wrestling, including Wendi Richter and Sherri. Plus, Madusa discusses the evolution of women's wrestling, and the quality of matches comparable to that of the men. She talks about spearheading the WWE women's division before being let go and signing with WCW - and who could forget the image of her throwing the title in the trash on Nitro? Also, Madusa talks about her transition to driving monster trucks, and so much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early

On this week's episode of "Network Classics", we relive WWF Superstars from April 18. 1992, the very first episode of Superstars on the WWE Network. Just weeks removed from WrestleMania VIII, this episode of Superstars features highlights from WrestleMania, including Ric Flair kissing Miss Elizabeth! The Legion of Doom, Bret "Hitman" Hart, and Money Inc. are all in action, we get vignettes from Nailz and Crush, plus we check-in with Mooney at the Event Center!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive a legendary episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney" with Road Warrior Animal! Animal talks about being courted by Ole Anderson to come to Georgia Championship Wrestling, working stiff, powerlifting, runs as the Road Warriors and Legion of Doom, dealing with Hawk's personal demons, and more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

Things get EXTREME this week on "Prime Time with Sean Mooney", as we welcome hardcore legend, Sabu! The former ECW star talks about his wrestling influences growing up, and being trained by The Original Sheik. He recalls the story of getting shot...and how that incident led to his entry into pro wrestling. Sabu talks about his arrival in ECW and all about his hardcore wrestling style - the artistry, fan reaction, and the toll it has taken on his body over the years. Plus, Sabu talks about the ultimate demise of ECW, his arrival in WWE, how he felt misused with the company, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On our DEBUT episode of "Network Classics", we relive the first episode of Saturday Night's Main Event, which aired on May 11, 1985! A memorable event featuring two big title matches, a star-studded six-man tag match, and several big angles, including two major babyface turns. So, fire up the network, sit back, and get ready to relive Episode 1 of SNME!!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive another legendary episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney" with Nasty Boy Brian Knobs! Brian talks about growing up with his future tag team partner Jerry Sags, getting his start in pro wrestling, how the Nasty Boy gimmick started and evolved, and so much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this special episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney", we bring you a conversation from the main stage of Starrcast II in Las Vegas with Bret "Hit Man" Hart! Bret talks about returning to Caesars Palace for the first time in 26 years, since losing the WWE title to Yokozuna at Wrestlemania IX. Bret explains what he was expecting to happen...and why things didn't work out that way. Bret also talks about his Hall of Fame induction, which was infamously interrupted by a crazed fan. Bret shares memories of Owen Hart including some classic ribs, and shares his thoughts on the Montreal Screwjob. But, THERE'S MORE! Sean and Bret are joined onstage with a rare appearance by Tom Magee, as they relive the famous "Lost Match" that took place between Bret and Tom during an un-televised match in 1986. Hear the true story from the two men who lived it!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

Yesterday, we learned of the sad news that Rick Bognar - best known to WWE fans as "Fake" Razor" - had passed away. This just a few months after our conversation here on PTSM. To pay tribute to Rick's life and career, we wanted to re-air our interview with Rick. Give it a listen - and if you've already heard it, it's definitely worth another listen! R.I.P. Rick.

We open Mooney's Vault this week to bring you a legendary conversation with "The Birdman" Koko B. Ware! Koko talks about breaking into the wrestling business, meeting Jerry Lawler and Jerry Jarrett in Memphis, perfecting the Bird Man gimmick, training Frankie, getting fired from WWF, and so much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

WWE Hall of Famer, Brutus "the Barber" Beefcake is cuttin' and struttin' his way back to Prime Time!! Brutus talks about mending fences with Hulk, and what it meant to have Hulk induct him into the Hall of Fame. Brutus also reflects on finding out he was going into the HOF, and how he and his family reacted. Plus, Brutus talks about his relationship with Greg "The Hammer" Valentine, his infamous parasailing incident, a great Andre story from Japan and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to bring you "Prime Time with Sean Mooney" with special guest, Fred Ottman! Fred talks about breaking into the pro wrestling business, the heat after turning heel on Hulk Hogan, his various gimmicks including the infamous Shockmaster, and more! Need more Mooney? Join Team Mooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

Viva La Raza! It's a brand new episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney", with special guest, Chavo Guerrero Jr.! Chavo talks about what life was like as a kid, growing up as part of the famous Guerrero wrestling family. He reflects on the impact that having his dad away from home had on him as a young man, and whether he knew from an early age that he was going to be a wrestler. Chavo also talks about his pro wrestling journey, including being a part of WCW during its peak. He discusses the WCW buy out, his eventual arrival in WWE, and having the opportunity to work with Eddie again. Plus, Chavo discusses dealing with Eddie's addictions, the events surrounding Eddie's death, and the impact it had on him both personally and professionally. All that and so much more! Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive Episode 22 of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney", as we welcome Diamond Dallas Page! DDP talks about his childhood and being bounced around from home to home, breaking into wrestling, driving the pink limo at WrestleMania VI, his rise to stardom in WCW and eventual jump to WWE, his Hall of Fame induction, and much more!Need more Mooney? Join Team Mooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

This week, we welcome WWE Hall of Famer, "The Glamazon" Beth Phoenix! Beth talks about being overweight as a young girl, and what led her to pursuing amateur wrestling in school. Beth also talks about her journey to become a professional wrestler, which included competing in Tough Enough and a try out with OVW. Beth also details her Hall of Fame WWE career, her biggest influences, how she developed the "Glamazon" character, and what led to her ultimately stepping away. Plus, Beth talks about returning to WWE as an NXT commentator - how that opportunity came about and how she is adjusting to the new role. That and so much more on this Hall of Fame edition of PTSM!Need more Mooney? Join Team Mooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive Episode 21 of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney". Sean talks with the greatest announcer of all time - the late, great Mean Gene Okerlund! Gene talks about his early days in radio, how he broke into wrestling, coming to the WWF the rise of Hulkamania, and much more!Need more Mooney? Join Team Mooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney", we welcome the Doctor of Style, Slick! Slick talks about preaching at a very early age, starting his ministry, and continuing it during his time in WWE. Slick talks about the influence his father, Rufus R. "Freight Train" Jones, had on him, and how he got into the wrestling business himself. He discusses the evolution of the "Slick" character, and his journey to the WWE, where he reflects on working with the likes of Big Boss Man, One Man Gang/Akeem, Warlord, Power & Glory, and other superstars. Plus, he discusses life on the road and the pertinence of drugs and alcohol, dealing with racism from fans and wrestlers, and so much more!Want more Mooney? Join #TeamMooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive Episode 20 of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney" welcoming in WWE Hall of Famer, Ted DiBiase! Ted talks about his early days in football, breaking into the WWF, the creation and evolution of the "Million Dollar Man" gimmick, and so much more!Need more Mooney? Join Team Mooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes, clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney", we welcome a man whose pro wrestling journey has made plenty of stops along the way - as former WCW, WWF, ECW, TNA star - and current AEW trainer - Jerry Lynn joins us! Jerry talks about growing up in Minnesota's wrestling hotbed, wanting to pursue wrestling, but thinking he was too small. Jerry shares stories of training with Brad Rheingans, learning ring psychology and the art of selling. Jerry talks about his first experience with the WWE in 1989, sharing memories of big men like Andre, Akeem, and Big Bossman. Jerry reflects on working in Japan, as well as his stints in ECW, TNA and WWE, plus what his role is now with AEW and what the future holds for the promotion. That and so much more on this episode of Prime Time!Need more Mooney? Join Team Mooney over on Patreon for exclusive bonus clips, Q&As, live watchalongs and so much more! www.patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com