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
June 8, 2023 • 127 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back 30 years for King Of The Ring 1993! JR shares his experiences joining WWF, his reaction to Lord Alfred Hayes not liking him, working with Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan, going on his first European tour and so much more! The guys also discuss the build to crowning Bret Hart the King of The Ring!
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June 1, 2023 • 127 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, we are taking you back over 30 years for another edition of Studio Sessions! This time you'll hear some incredible conversations from Gordon Solie, Jessie Ventura and the voice of our childhood Tony Schiavone. This is going to be a fun show that will get you right in the mood for some great 1990's WCW action.
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May 25, 2023 • 126 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad reflect on the life and career of Brian Pillman, who would have celebrated his 61st birthday this week. The guys discuss the Loose Cannon's time in WCW as Flyin' Brian, his jump to the WWF, the Hart Foundation and all things in-between!
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May 18, 2023 • 157 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and Conrad takes back to Judgement Day 2003! The company is transitioning to life without Stone Cold Steve Austin as an active member of the roster and it's up to JR and crew to rebuild. JR shares his thoughts and experiences during this time of change in the WWE.
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May 11, 2023 • 161 mins
LISTENER DISCLAIMER: Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss subjects that are disturbing and might be offensive to some audiences...listener discretion is advised.
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 4, 2023 • 143 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back 25 years for a wild, action packed Monday Night RAW featuring a falls count anywhere match between Mick Foley and Terry Funk! We also get a Val Venis vignette that even has JR blushing. Plus, JR shares his thoughts on the upcoming AEW Wembley show, his live bookings, and the NFL draft. This episode has it all!
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April 27, 2023 • 101 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, we hand the reigns over to our listeners. JR and Conrad answer all your questions includes, has JR ever lost his voice during a show, why did Tony Khan move JR to Rampage, where does JR get his iconic catchphrases, who is the future of AEW? All those and tons more on this story packed episode of Grilling JR!
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April 20, 2023 • 124 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson look back at the one of a kind career of "Mr. Monday Night" Rob Van Dam! From his WWE debut as a child fan working with the Million Dollar Man with Virgil, through his historic ups and downs with WCW, ECW and the WWE, to his hall of fame induction the guys cover it all. JR delivers insight into negotiating Van Dam's contract with the company, ...
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April 13, 2023 • 118 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and host Conrad Thompson discuss the record-breaking WrestleMania weekend, Cody Rhodes not winning the title, the announcement of AEW's first show in London, and the merger of WWE and UFC under Endeavor.
JR and Conrad shift gears and take us back to April 13th 1998, and the night Stone Cold Steve Austin faced off against Vince McMahon for the first time ultimately leading to RAW beating Nitro in t...
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April 6, 2023 • 140 mins
On this very special episode of Grilling JR, we take you back 30 years for some vintage Jim Ross. JR used to host a wrestling radio show during his years with WCW and thanks to the folks at Ad Free Shows.com we're bringing you some of those incredible episodes. We've chosen three fantastic shows where JR welcomed Cactus Jack, Tony Schiavone and the late great Dusty Rhodes in as guests. Each show is unique to the time and stories ha...
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March 30, 2023 • 164 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad cover what some have called the "cursed" WrestleMania...WrestleMania 19. JR discusses the on edge moments during Steve Austin's health scare hours before the event, what was actually planned for the main event, Brock Lesnar's infamous shooting star press, and so much more. This is an episode that uncovers some much behind a super stacked WrestleMania card.
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March 23, 2023 • 163 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and special guest host Paul Bromwell relive the highlights and development of WrestleMania XIV! From the build up of the Austin, Michaels and McMahon rivalry, to managing Shawn as he struggles with an injury that will sideline him for years, this is a power packed show full of stories you will only hear from the man who was there.
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March 16, 2023 • 145 mins
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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss Stone Cold Steve Austin's exciting and memorable 1999. JR shares stories of working with Austin on the direction of his character, managing the hottest act in the WWF's ego, and sticking with him through a potentially career ending injuries. This is an Austin episode you can't ...
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March 9, 2023 • 116 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, we're giving Grilling JR listeners a peek behind the AD Free Show paywall for two Grilling JR bonus events you're going to really enjoy! First, host Paul Bromwell watches WrestleMania 18, The Rock versus Hollywood Hulk Hogan with JR and the third man in the ring Mike Chioda! On our second bonus show, Casio Kid and JR discuss and watch Goldberg versus Brock Lesnar from WrestleMania 20!
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March 2, 2023 • 153 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss the incredible career of two time WWE Hall of Famer, Kevin Nash! JR shares his experiences working with his close friend as Kevin navigated through some questionable booking in his early WWF run. The guys also discuss Kevin's sure will to never quit even when the deck was stacked against him. JR also discusses his run in with Johnny Ace...
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February 23, 2023 • 151 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss the backstage happening and developments leading to No Way Out 2003. JR shares the inner working of bring back major stars like Hulk Hogan and Steve Austin back into the company. He also reveals why we never saw the two icons face off in the squared circle.
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February 16, 2023 • 140 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the legendary career of WWE Hall of Famer Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat. From his beginnings working in the territories and around the world, to becoming a multi-time world champion in a number of promotions. The guys cover it all including some of his most iconic rivalries with Ric Flair, Stunning Steve Austin, to Chris Je...
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February 9, 2023 • 145 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thomson discuss the build up to No Way Out 1998! JR shares the difficulties working with Mike Tyson, the infamous Cactus Jack and Terry Funk dumpster match, Shawn Michaels being a pain in the ass, and getting high with the Briscos and so much more!
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February 2, 2023 • 110 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross is joined by guest host Paul Bromwell to discuss the Radicalz! JR shares stories of his initial talks with the talent, how Vince McMahon was never interested in rehiring Shane Douglas, and who he thought was the ultimate star of the group. Don't miss all that and so much more on this week's edition of Grilling JR!
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January 26, 2023 • 122 mins
On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad cover The Bunkhouse Stampede from 1988! The guys discuss how the birth of the stampede was the push the WWF needed to create the Royal Rumble. JR shares his thoughts on how Dusty Rhodes was booking for himself, and if a bunkhouse Stampede idea would work in todays professional wrestling.
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