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The Wrestling Memory Grenade

Ray Russell / The WrestleCopia Network
WWF
Summerslam 1988
Ultimate Warrior
Honky Tonk Man
The Powers Of Pain
Ted Dibiase
Brutus Beefcake
Andre the Giant
Randy Savage
Summerslam
Summerslam 88
Hulk Hogan
Mega Powers
Mega Bucks
British Bulldogs
Fabulous Rougeaus
World Wrestling Federation
Bad News Brown
Ken Patera
Junkyard Dog

You pull the pin and we’ll pick up the pieces… Join host Ray Russell for an exciting trip down Memory Lane as we analyze and discuss years of wrestling history from your favorite promotions. From Hulkamania to Mulkeymania, from the Four Horsemen to the nWo, from the Midnight Express to the Lex Express. Which promotion are we deep diving into next? What year have we time-traveled back to now? Tune ... more

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This week on the Grenade begins the new "season" of the WWF in 1989 as former WMG co-host Steve "XStat" stops by in a guest spot to discuss the Mania fallout. With WrestleMania V now behind us, The Macho Man finds himself a new manager as he comes ba... more

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It has arrived, PART 2 of the Grenade's WRESTLEMANIA V Definitive Edition Review! NEARLY FOUR HOURS OF AUDIO and THREE Guests covering everything from the return of one "Rowdy" Roddy Piper to the MEGA POWERS EXPLODING right before our very eyes (ears... more

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The time has arrived! It is Part ONE of the Wrestling Memory Grenade's Definitive Edition WWF WRESTLEMANIA V Review! FOUR Guests join this episode as we cover everything from Rockin' Robin to the Martel heel turn! Three hours of memories and fun thro... more

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As we prepare for next week's Definitive Edition of the WWF WrestleMania V Review, this week the Grenade brings you a BONUS episode from a recent interview conducted by Ray Russell over at the Regional Rasslin Podcast, featuring Special Guest Brian R... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Marotta
Co-host of Our Vantage Point Podcast
Our Vantage Point / WrestleCopia
Episode: WMG 190: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V (Part 2) - THE MEGA POWERS EXPLODE EDITION!
Morton Downey Jr.
Television talk-show personality featured in Piper's Pit segment
Episode: WMG 190: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V (Part 2) - THE MEGA POWERS EXPLODE EDITION!
Miss Elizabeth
Valet in the Mega Powers angle
WWF
Episode: WMG 190: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V (Part 2) - THE MEGA POWERS EXPLODE EDITION!
Jesse (Jesse Ventura)
Former wrestler and commentator, co-host in episode
WWF / Media
Episode: WMG 190: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V (Part 2) - THE MEGA POWERS EXPLODE EDITION!
Dave Dynasty
Host of Wrestling Nostalgia, guest commentator
Wrestling Nostalgia / WrestleCopia
Episode: WMG 189: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V REVIEW - The Definitive Edition (Part 1)
Steve Xstat
Original Grenade co-host, wrestling historian
Wrestling Memory Grenade
Episode: WMG 189: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V REVIEW - The Definitive Edition (Part 1)
Mean Gene Okerlund
Mean Gene, wrestling interviewer and commentator
WWF / On-air talent
Episode: WMG 189: WWF WRESTLEMANIA V REVIEW - The Definitive Edition (Part 1)
Brian R. Solomon
Author, writer, wrestling historian
Self-employed / Shut Up and Wrestle
Episode: WMG BONUS: Talking "Irresistible Force" Gorilla Monsoon (with Brian R. Solomon)
Jamie Jamm Ward
WrestleCopia's own insider and OG tape trader
WrestleCopia
Episode: WMG 188: WrestleMania V vs. Clash VI (Mega Powers Explode vs. Steamboat/Flair)

Hosts

Ray Russell
Host with long-running focus on wrestling history, analysis, and archival storytelling.
Steve XStat
Original Grenade co-host and wrestling historian; contributes long-term fandom insights and cross-era perspective.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Encyclopedic & Entertaining

    I am doing a wrestling rewatch of 1988 and The Wrestling Memory Grenade's 1988 WWF project is tne perfect accompanyment.

    The amount of wrestling knowledge and inside information that Ray Russell provides in each episode is immense.

    I first started reading The Wrestling Observer in 1988 and I consider myself to be pretty knowledgeable, but Ray drops some nuggets that I haven't heard before, which makes his podcast a true learning experience for even the seasoned wrestlng fan.

    Five stars wit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Timharv99
    United States8 months ago
  • Da Best!

    “Rugged” Ray Russell is one of the best in the game! His hard work and knowledge is truly a credit to the professional wrestling and podcasting worlds!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Captain Nicholas Andrew
    United States2 years ago
  • Brother

    Just found this podcast about a month ago and now I’m hooked. Went all the way back to the beginning and enjoying the 1989 NWA shows. Can’t wait to catch up one day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Milo Evil
    United States2 years ago
  • Nice trip down memory lane.

    Love the concept of going over the WWF for each month with match and TV results plus some great behind the scenes news for the time period. Love the awesome sound bites as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thebuddy727
    United States2 years ago
  • Decent

    Tried this one the last few weeks. It's an OK show but it's somewhat off putting to hear how great this guy thinks he is. Yeah, we get it, making a podcast is so hard, the "network", you're so great, it's so tiring, editing, blah blah BLAH... It's a DECENT show, chill man. If you can get past that, it's a good enough show from a fun era of the WWF

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TheRealGordy
    United States2 years ago

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Consistently thorough with strong show notes and audio clips.
Knowledgeable, educational, and entertaining nostalgia for wrestling history.
Well-produced and engaging deep dives; great for researchers or superfans.
Top-tier archival detail with nuggets even seasoned fans miss.

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WMG BONUS: Talking "Irresistible Force" Gorilla Monsoon (with Brian R. Solomon)
Q: How did Gorilla Monsoon's shift from in-ring performer to broadcaster influence the WWF's programming strategy?
Monsoon's background as a compelling performer and his later on-air charisma helped stabilize and diversify WWF broadcasts, enabling stronger storytelling through announcer partnerships and enhanced crowd engagement.
Episode 139: Featuring Longtime PWI Editor, Bob Smith! (Creator of the PWI 500!)
Q: How did you feel about the evolution of wrestling into more sports entertainment during your career?
Bob expressed that while he enjoyed his job, certain aspects like character gimmicks started to detract from the wrestling he loved, noting that he appreciated the alternative indie shows available at the time.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Wrestling Memory Grenade

What is The Wrestling Memory Grenade about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep dive into wrestling history with a strong focus on late-1980s WWF era, pay-per-view storytelling, and behind-the-scenes context. Episodes blend match recaps, promo analysis, and archival interviews, often featuring historians, journalists, and industry insiders who illuminate the era's business decisions, production quirks, and audience reception. Noteworthy is the panel-style format that brings together diverse perspectives, from long-time fans to authors and former on-air talent, plus an emphasis on era-specific nostalgia and show notes that help listeners place events in a broader historical arc. Potential listeners who enjoy rigorous context, archival insights, and passionate wrestling storytelling will likely find it especially ... more

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1. Regional Rasslin' - Territory Talk
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3. The Retro Wrestling Re-View
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5. Stick To Wrestling with John McAdam

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The Wrestling Memory Grenade launched 6 years ago and published 206 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Joe Marotta
2. Morton Downey Jr.
3. Miss Elizabeth
4. Jesse (Jesse Ventura)
5. Dave Dynasty
6. Steve Xstat
7. Mean Gene Okerlund
8. Brian R. Solomon

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