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Dangerous Conversations w/Doug Gilbert and Tommy Rich

Retro Wrestling Archive Podcasts
Memphis Wrestling
Wrestling
Professional Wrestling
Memphis
Japan
USWA
Eddie Gilbert
Memphis Wrestling History
USWA Championship Wrestling
Booking and Promotion
Randy Hales
Pg-13
Power Pro Wrestling
United States Wrestling Association
Heat (wrestling)
Phil Hickerson
Puerto Rico
Mother's Day
Wrestlecopia Podcast Network
Barbed Wire Matches

Join Memphis Wrestling Hall of Famers "Dangerous" Doug Gilbert & Tommy "Wildfire" Rich as each week they sit down with host Gene Jackson and share stories from the ring and the road, and they may even invite along a guest or two from time to time! retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com

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Episode #72 of Dangerous Conversations with Doug Gilbert & Tommy Rich marks a big first for the show, after 71 audio episodes, Doug, Tommy, and Gene Jackson finally bring Dangerous Conversations to video. (See link Below) Whether that’s a great idea ... more

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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, Il... more

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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 ... more

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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 su... more

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Recent Guests

Peggy Rich
Tommy Rich's mother who appeared on Memphis Championship Wrestling TV
Memphis Wrestling
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 68: Doug & Tommy's Dangerous Mother's Day Special
Peggy Gilbert
Doug Gilbert's mother who appeared on Memphis Wrestling TV
Memphis Wrestling
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 68: Doug & Tommy's Dangerous Mother's Day Special
Rob Hilton
Cohost of the Continental Podcast, question asker
Continental Podcast
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 63: Hall of Fame Honors, Losing Legends, & Acquired Tastes
Dangerous Doug Gilbert
Professional wrestler remembered for tag team work in Memphis
Memphis wrestling
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 62: Top 20 Tag Teams in Memphis Wrestling History
Tommy Wildfire Rich
Professional wrestler known for his tag team runs in Memphis
Memphis wrestling
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 62: Top 20 Tag Teams in Memphis Wrestling History
Gene Jackson
Host and interviewer guiding the episode
Dangerous Conversations podcast host
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 62: Top 20 Tag Teams in Memphis Wrestling History
Jackie Fargo
Legend in Memphis wrestling, mentioned as a top tag-team influence
Memphis wrestling legacy
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Ep. 62: Top 20 Tag Teams in Memphis Wrestling History
Doug Gilbert
Former professional wrestler and co-author discussing Eddie Gilbert's life and Dark Side of the Ring collaboration
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Episode #43: Doug talks Dark Side of the Ring & Eddie's Book
Tommy Rich
Wrestler and guest offering memories and balance to Doug's recounting of Eddie Gilbert's life
Episode: Dangerous Conversations Episode #43: Doug talks Dark Side of the Ring & Eddie's Book

Hosts

Gene Jackson
Host and interviewer guiding the discussion; central to steering questions and framing around Memphis wrestling history.
Doug Gilbert
Co-host and Memphis wrestling veteran with deep knowledge of tag-team history and regional promotions.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Fun Memphis Memories

    Very underrated classic wrestling podcast. Like listening to a couple of old friends, very laid-back. If you like Memphis or classic wrestling, I would put it up there with Cornette and Dutch.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OldAndWise-ish
    United States3 months ago
  • Fun Memphis Memories

    Fun Memphis Memories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OldAndWise-ish
    United States6 months ago
  • Thanks!

    Just found this podcast, I have been binging it.

    I love the stories from Doug and Tommy and Gene is great as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zog937
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Very engaging and nostalgic for Memphis wrestling fans.
Hosts and guests deliver vivid stories with strong memories of the era.
A great pick for sponsorships tied to niche wrestling nostalgia and events.
Feels like listening to old friends—laid-back and authentic.

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#92
United States/Sports/Wrestling
Apple Podcasts
#236
Canada/Sports/Wrestling
Apple Podcasts
#143
France/Sports/Wrestling
Apple Podcasts
#125
Ireland/Sports/Wrestling

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Episode #46 – Ask Doug & Tommy #7: Malden Memories, Hogan vs Austin, Eddie Gilbert Stories & More!
Q: Who meant more to the wrestling business overall, Hulk Hogan or Stone Cold Steve Austin?
Tommy Rich and Doug Gilbert discuss Hogan's money-drawing power and Steve Austin's pivotal role in expanding wrestling's reach, concluding that both had enormous impact in different eras.
Episode #46 – Ask Doug & Tommy #7: Malden Memories, Hogan vs Austin, Eddie Gilbert Stories & More!
Q: When and where was your very first match and who was it against?
Doug Gilbert answers that his first match happened in Malibu, Missouri, and describes the experience and early influences in his training era.
Dangerous Conversations Ep. 69: The Wildest Road Stories Yet!
Q: Boston Idol asks, why the electrical tape instead of athletic tape?
Doug explains the unique look and perceived toughness of electrical tape, while Tommy notes that it stood out visually and served as a differentiator in the ring.
Dangerous Conversations Ep. 69: The Wildest Road Stories Yet!
Q: Felicia Moore asks, what's your all-time proudest moment in the business?
Doug cites moments of family legacy and presenting Tommy with a Cauliflower Alley Club Family Award, while Tommy highlights his Atlanta battle with Buzz Sawyer and the later crowning experiences with Harley Race as pivotal career milestones.
Dangerous Conversations Ep. 69: The Wildest Road Stories Yet!
Q: Mach Madness asks, after everything you've seen, done, won, survived, and probably gotten blamed for, what do you hope people remember most about you when they hear your name?
Doug emphasizes a lasting work ethic and pride in the Gilbert reputation, while Tom adds that they've accomplished a lot as a team, acknowledging the journey and the impact of their choices on fans and peers.

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Fans of regional wrestling history tend to enjoy deep dives into tag teams, memorable feuds, and road stories from the territory era. Episodes blend first-person memories from seasoned veterans with host-guided context, often weaving in live event plugs and fan interactions. Highlights include vivid backstage anecdotes, promoter shenanigans, and reflections on how past eras shaped modern wrestling storytelling, making it a strong pick for listeners who crave authentic nostalgia, practical business lessons, and a sense of community around Memphis-era wrestling culture.

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1. Peggy Rich
2. Peggy Gilbert
3. Rob Hilton
4. Dangerous Doug Gilbert
5. Tommy Wildfire Rich
6. Gene Jackson
7. Jackie Fargo
8. Doug Gilbert

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