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Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard

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If you've always wanted to know what the real story was behind some of wrestling's biggest moments, Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard will finally give you the real answer. A terrific storyteller, Bruce has done and seen it all and now he's going to share it all with you so sit back and be ready for a wild ride! Join Bruce and his partner in crime, Conrad Thompson as they take you through t... more

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Things go completely off the rails this week on Something To Wrestle with John Layfield as JBL and Conrad tackle your questions, and John holds nothing back! Who would he love to hit with a Clothesline from Hell? Is Bruce really retiring? Just how ma... more

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On this episode of Something to Wrestle, John Layfield and Conrad Thompson debate the greatest and most disastrous heel turns in professional wrestling history!

Drawing from firsthand experience, JBL explains what it takes to become a nasty, diabol... more

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On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John Layfield and Conrad Thompson take us back to John's 1996 in the WWF! John shares the stern warning officials gave the locker room ahead of the Boiler Room Brawl, the tremendous pressure on Shawn Michaels ... more

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On this episode of Something to Wrestle, John Layfield and Conrad Thompson look back at the 25th anniversary of the infamous WCW/ECW Invasion of WWE. John explains how the absence of WCW's biggest stars weakened the angle, diminished its impact and u... more

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Recent Guests

John Layfield
Professional wrestler, commentator and former WWE Champion known as JBL
WWE
Episode: Episode 538: How To Get Unblocked
Tony Giese
Wrestling collectibles specialist at Heritage Auctions
Heritage Auctions
Episode: Episode 538: How To Get Unblocked
Santino Marella
Professional wrestler and former WWE performer
WWE
Episode: Episode 538: How To Get Unblocked
Dave Millican
Belt maker known as Ace of Belts
Millican Belts
Episode: Episode 536: John Hawk Bradshaw In 1996
Tony (Heritage Auctions)
Auction specialist for wrestling memorabilia
Heritage Auctions
Episode: Episode 536: John Hawk Bradshaw In 1996
Sinn Bodhi
Guest on Power Slap segment discussing Jake Hager's injury and status
Power Slap
Episode: Episode 535: The Botched Invasion
Tony from Heritage Auctions
Representative from Heritage Auctions discussing WrestleMania memorabilia
Heritage Auctions
Episode: Episode 535: The Botched Invasion
Michael Ray
Country music artist featured in Curtain Jerkers segment
Curtain Jerkers
Episode: Episode 531: Created Interest, Creates Cash
James Storm
Wrestler, guest on Curtin Jerkers segment
Professional Wrestling
Episode: Episode 530: Trust Yourself

Hosts

Conrad Thompson
Co-host and wrestling historian with deep ties to industry storytelling and long-form interviews.
Bruce Prichard
Co-host and primary voice, brings insider perspectives and storytelling from a life in the business.
John Layfield
Host and longtime wrestling broadcaster, provides outside-the-ring perspective and guest-host input.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 16.2k ratings
  • Better with JBL

    Listen because of JBL’s stories from his HOF career spanning Mexico, Europe, the Territories, etc. Agree about the ads. In-between majority ads they talk wrestling, meaning a Conrad Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Bmay45
    United States12 days ago
  • Cirkeling down the drain

    This used to be my favorite podcast where I had my fill of wrestling nostalgia until Bruce Prichard left the show and John Layfield took over and they started to only discuss current wrestling instead, which sucks balls.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Skaaningen
    Swedena month ago
  • 5 stars with Bruce. 1 star with anyone else

    Bring Bruce back or kill it. Without Bruce, it’s wcw 2001

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    1
    MrAlien81
    United States3 months ago
  • The Standard of Sports Podcasts

    I absolutely love the deep dives, the nostalgia, the humor, and the stories. The early years of something to wrestle with were elite, and JBL is carving out his own body of extremely strong entertaining work in his time filling in for Bruce. Conrad has been a gift to wrestling fans. This, WHW, and My World are all on regular rotation for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gimmick Anderson
    United States3 months ago
  • Used to be great

    Years back, great podcast. Now, it’s not even Bruce’s. Change the name, remove Bruce from it, and let’s enjoy the good ol’ days, pal.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Robdaddy12
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners praise deep history, engaging banter, and insider color.
Overall sentiment is highly positive for longtime fans, with mixed feedback on recent changes.
Fans appreciate the mix of nostalgia with current industry analysis and memorabilia segments.
Critiques often target perceived ad load and occasional host dynamics.
Many feel the JBL-era episodes are a standout, while some dislike frequent ads and shifting formats.

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#4
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#9
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#165
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#196
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Episode 538: How To Get Unblocked
Q: What happened after you performed a Nazi salute in Germany?
Layfield says he performed the salute and goose step as a heel, as other wrestlers had done before, but the incident was reported to CNBC shortly after he signed with the network. CNBC fired him despite Vince McMahon's effort to explain that it was a character performance. Layfield says the controversy generated publicity and helped his wrestling career.
Episode 538: How To Get Unblocked
Q: How much revenue do you believe you missed out on by not having shirts made up to solidify your heel character?
Layfield says he rejected merchandise because seeing a fan wear a JBL shirt would weaken his heel persona. He believes preserving that character may have benefited him more in the long term than merchandise sales would have.
Episode 537: The Best and Worst Heel Turns
Q: Is this the best double turn of all time, John?
Layfield agrees, explaining that the WrestleMania 13 match made Austin's toughness credible to audiences while Bret Hart became a compelling heel.
Episode 537: The Best and Worst Heel Turns
Q: Do you think with the benefit of hindsight, WWE regrets not turning John Cena heel sooner?
Layfield says Vince McMahon resisted the idea because Cena sold an enormous share of the company's merchandise, and McMahon had seen a similar turn fail with Stone Cold Steve Austin.
Episode 536: John Hawk Bradshaw In 1996
Q: What went into the decision to do the buried alive match and its execution?
It was a bold concept that aimed to push cinematic wrestling forward, but the execution was flawed due to safety choices and on-the-spot improvisation, leading to an impression of a gimmick that didn't fully deliver on its dramatic promise.

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What is Something to Wrestle about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A long-running, conversation-driven program that blends wrestling history with insider industry analysis, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and nostalgia. Episodes often hinge on legacy figures, major eras, and market dynamics around memorabilia, branding, and media shifts, while weaving in lighthearted banter and sponsor reads. The show is likely to appeal to hardcore wrestling fans who enjoy deep lore, historical context, and candid insider perspectives on how storylines, business decisions, and promotion strategies shaped the sport. A notable strength is its sustained access to era-spanning memories, prominent guests from the memorabilia world, and a consistent emphasis on the business side of wrestling, from gatekeeping to licensing and coll... more

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1. John Layfield
2. Tony Giese
3. Santino Marella
4. Dave Millican
5. Tony (Heritage Auctions)
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8. Michael Ray

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