Grilling JR
For over forty years Jim Ross has been the Voice of Wrestling. From starting as referee in the regional territories to becoming the Executive Vice President for WWE, nobody has a story quite like Jim Ross. From recruiting and hiring some of the biggest superstars in the industry to providing the soundtrack for the most important moments in wrestling history, "Good Ole JR" was there for it all. Join us every Thursday morning as Conrad Thompson grills JR like you've never heard before, uncut and uncensored!
Episodes
July 25, 2024 • 82 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson look back at JR's departure from WCW and return to the World Wrestling Federation. JR recounts the conversations surrounding the decision to go back to New York and the impact that decision made on his life and career.
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July 18, 2024 • 91 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back to King Of The Ring 1999! Stone Cold finds himself in a handicap match in our main event, Kane and The Big Show face off in a BIG man battle, and the tournament for the crowning of a new King Of The Ring fizzles out with no celebration. This is a time of change in the WWE and you'll hear all about it from the man himself Jim Ross....
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July 11, 2024 • 144 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back in the archives for a look at the historic life and career of the late, great Umaga! Born into the Anoa’i wrestling family, Umaga (Eddie Fatu) was part of lineage of famous wrestlers - uncle to The Usos; cousin to Yokozuna, The Rock, Rosey, and Roman Reigns. And Umaga carried on that legacy to an incredible WWE career of his own!
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July 4, 2024 • 77 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss AEW Forbidden Door. JR talks about being back in the saddle for the PPV, calling the mat classic between Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland, the return of Doctor Brit Baker and so much more. They guys also discuss the upcoming Money In The Bank and the WWE superstars to look out for. All that plus so much more on this week's edition of ...
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June 27, 2024 • 120 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson continue their journey through the career of one of professional wrestling most iconic talents, Dustin Rhodes. The guys pick up after Dustin's aka Goldust's epic battle against Rowdy Roddy Piper at WrestleMania. Now what happens next drew national backlash and had viewers at the edge of their seats. Sit back and enjoy this wild ride as we cont...
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June 20, 2024 • 108 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling., Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson step away from the show's normal format to discuss the state of professional wrestling. JR shares his thoughts on AEW's upcoming event Forbidden Door, Who Killed WCW, and so much more on this special edition of Grilling JR.
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June 13, 2024 • 90 mins
We are so excited to welcome back "The Voice Of Wrestling" Jim Ross for a special catching up session of Grilling JR LIVE! JR shares details on what his health status is, catching up on his thought of everything that's happening in AEW and answering all your questions.
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June 6, 2024 • 266 mins
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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss JR's beginnings in professional wrestling and the cast of characters he worked with along the way. JR shares his stories of how he started in the business, what happened ...
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May 30, 2024 • 162 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, we are going back in the archives to honor and remember the tragic loss of "The King Of Harts" Owen Hart. The Voice of Wrestling, Jim Ross & Conrad Thompson, discuss Over The Edge '99 and the events leading up to Owen Hart's tragic passing. JR shares his experience being there and hearing the orders to keep the PPV event going. This is a heart wrenching edition of Grilling JR that we hope you listen ...
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May 23, 2024 • 140 mins
On this week's Grilling JR with The Voice Of Wrestling, Jim Ross & Conrad Thompson, the guys talk AEW Double Or Nothing, before getting into this week's main course, King Of The Ring '97! It was an interesting time in WWE. WCW was handily winning the ratings war week after week, Bret Hart and The Hart Foundation were the top heels in the company, and Bret and Shawn Michaels were certainly having their issues. The Undertaker was WWE...
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May 16, 2024 • 112 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back to 2009 for Judgment Day! JR shares stories and experiences surrounding the build up to the PPV and development of the storylines leading to the main event. This event features two championship matches, Edge defending his World title against Jeff Hardy, and Batista battling "The Viper" Randy Orton for the WWE title. A...
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May 9, 2024 • 93 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and host Conrad Thompson discuss JR's transition from being the lead commentator for World Wrestling Entertainment to joining All Elite Wrestling. JR shares how he met Tony Khan, his immediate respect for Tony's knowledge of professional wrestling, and his thoughts on leaving his talent relations hat at the door. All that and so much more on this very candid conversation with the voice of professi...
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May 2, 2024 • 99 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss the historic year of 1999 in Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's WWE career. From winning the title, battling Steve Austin at WrestleMania XV, to the formation of the Rock n Sock Connection JR and Conrad cover it all. The guys also discuss Tony Khan being attacked on AEW TV, him wearing a neck brace during the NFL draft and so much...
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April 25, 2024 • 121 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss what many consider a flawless PPV Backlash 2004. The guys also dive into the development of WWE 24/7, the mass exodus of main event talent after WrestleMania XX, and the rise of Randy Orton as a major star and tough SOB. All that plus, JR takes us through his experience being back behind the commentator desk with his pal T...
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April 18, 2024 • 145 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the legendary career of Dustin Rhodes. The guys discuss Dustin living in the shadow of his father, Dusty Rhodes, embracing the provocative character of "Goldust" and enduring the ups and downs of his hall of fame worthy career.
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April 11, 2024 • 68 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson have an intense catch up session discussing all the latest in professional wrestling. The guys take a deep dive look into all the happenings from WrestleMania XL, the upcoming AEW Dynasty ppv, and so much more! This edition is a great way to hear JR's thought on the current state of wrestling.
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April 4, 2024 • 144 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss in detail the build up and spectacle of WrestleMania 25. JR shares stories of his experiences working with the talent leading up to the event. He also talks about calling what some consider one of the greatest matches in WrestleMania history, HBK versus The Undertaker. All that plus, the hall of fame and everything in-between on this ed...
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March 28, 2024 • 157 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson revisit WrestleMania XV! JR shares his experiences working the epic event, corralling talent, and creating storylines that we still talk about today. We have all that plus so much more on this edition of Grilling JR.
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March 21, 2024 • 104 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross is joined by Conrad Thompson to discuss the incredible year Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson had back in 1998. JR shares his stories of working with "The Great One" and his evolution into TOP GUY status in the WWE.
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March 14, 2024 • 96 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, we are handing over the reigns to the show for the first time this year! The voice of professional wrestling answers listeners questions from all over the world. Did your question get answered? JR covers topics such as, what would he like to see in the last match he'd ever call, what other sports would JR like to commentate for, and what are JR's thoughts on Will Osprey and Okada becoming a part of A...
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