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Busted Open: The Master's Class

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Pro wrestling legends and Hall of Famers Bully Ray, Mark Henry, Tommy Dreamer, and Dave LaGreca bring you behind the curtain for an exclusive look at the most intricate aspects of the business. Hear roundtable discussions of everything from how stories get told to how moves get sold, and in-depth breakdowns of the industry’s most iconic moments and characters.

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The guys discuss the times they almost missed their important wrestling shows.  Some of these stories were cutting so close that they will have you on the edge of your seat with the exact same kind of anxiety that our Masters had from back when trave... more

In another edition of The Master’s Class “What If”, Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy ask – What if AJ Styles never left TNA?

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This week, Dave & Bully are joined by special guest Awesome Kong, who shares some stories of the struggles she faced to make it in the industry before ultimately becoming one of the most influential wrestlers of this generation.  A true inspiration, ... more

All of our Master’s have had one or two pieces of advice that have helped carry them to Hall of Fame careers.  Now, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer, Mark Henry & Nic Nemeth share what they’ve learned throughout the years that they can pass down to the next ... more

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Recent Guests

Awesome Kong
Professional wrestler known for her time in TNA, where she was a dominant figure in the Knockouts Division.
TNA, GLOW
Episode: Groundbreakers: Awesome Kong
Ricky Morton
Legendary tag team wrestler and one of the greatest of all time
Episode: Ricky Morton's Stories
Jumpin Jim Brunzel
AWA Legend and one half of the Killer Bees
AWA
Episode: Tag Teaming in the 80s WWF
Tully Blanchard
Legendary Hall of Famer and original member of the Four Horsemen
Episode: A Sit Down with Tully Blanchard
Leilani Kai
Legendary wrestler with a significant impact on women's wrestling
Episode: Groundbreakers: Leilani Kai
Magnum TA
Former professional wrestler and Hall of Famer
Episode: “No Quit” with Magnum TA
Don Muraco
Legendary wrestler known for his time in the WWF during the 1980s.
Episode: The Magnificent Muraco
Diamond Dallas Page
WWE Hall of Famer and creator of DDP Yoga
WWE
Episode: Getting Back on Your Feet
Lex Luger
WWE Hall of Famer known for his wrestling career and personal comeback story
WWE
Episode: Getting Back on Your Feet

Hosts

Bully Ray
Co-host with extensive experience in professional wrestling, reflecting on his career and industry insights.
Mark Henry
Co-host and esteemed wrestler, sharing stories and experiences from his professional journey.
Dave LaGreca
Host and authoritative voice, guiding discussions about wrestling narratives and culture.
Tommy Dreamer
Co-host and professional wrestler, bringing unique perspectives and stories from his time in the industry.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Pathetic

    It’s pathetic they allow mark Henry to stay employed after his opinions on the psycho stu situation. This is a wrestling channel and they support the attempted murderer just simply bc he’s black. Not the professional wrestler they will try to call brother. Mark henry treated hogan worse than this caged animal raja Jackson. And not bc his race is he an animal. It’s bc he doesn’t have enough self control to almost murder someone: then they put Henry on the air. Disgusting garbage esp that weasel D... more

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    thunderisacrybaby
    United States6 months ago
  • Great show

    Great show and great dynamic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    paintrain4za
    United States9 months ago
  • Class is in session 😎

    Thanks guys! Great podcast. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate as a lifer wrestling fan to listen to your insights and incredible stories from your respected careers. Recommend fans to check out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RomanRockReigns
    United States10 months ago
  • Nope. I am done with Dave.

    I am happily unsubscribing to any podcast Dave Lagreca is involved with. Insults his audience because he doesn’t like who we cheer or boo for 15 years ago and it ruined his precious little WrestleMania. Grow up.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NW Rockstar 360
    United States10 months ago
  • Weekly Wrestling Education

    Grateful for Busted Open: The Master’s Class! Learning every week from amazing wrestling minds like Mark Henry, Bully Ray & Tommy Dreamer should be charged a high price for, but Busted Open gives it to us for free! Now that Master’s Class has its own podcast, it’s even easier to binge episodes and make sure you don’t miss any!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @WillFerrara
    United Statesa year ago

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Thanks for the incredible stories and insights from respected careers.
Listeners appreciate weekly wrestling education and personal anecdotes.
Great show and great dynamic.
Some criticisms are directed towards specific hosts and their opinions.

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Talking Points

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Groundbreakers: Awesome Kong
Q: How did you feel when you first appeared at AEW?
Kong describes her surprise and appreciation for the overwhelming response she received during her first AEW appearance but noted that the timing for her joining the promotion just wasn't right.
Groundbreakers: Awesome Kong
Q: What made you decide to become a professional wrestler?
Kong explains that watching wrestling as a child provided a bonding experience with her brother and allowed her to engage with her teenage clients in social work, inspiring her to pursue a wrestling career.
Rumble Memories
Q: Can I ask one question, you guys, really, before we wrap up? Because these memories are awesome. But, you know, Mark, you talked about the teeter-totter?
There has been tons of them and several instances where unintended eliminations occurred.
What if… Sting joined WWF in 2001?
Q: What went wrong in Sting's 2014 WWE debut?
Sting wasn't spotlighted effectively and faced older competitors like Triple H, which may not be ideal for showcasing his skills.
Ricky Morton's Stories
Q: When did you feel the shift at Jim Crockett Promotions?
It started to lose its grip when we were making less money and had to rely on certain executives for booking.

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