AWA Unleashed

AWA Unleashed

”The Voice of Minnesota Wrestling” and former AWA Ring Announcer/Broadcaster Mick Karch, former AWA Director/Producer ”Polish” Joe Ciupik and Chris Tubbs recap the glory days of the historic and influential American Wrestling Association.

Episodes

February 24, 2026 63 mins
This week we continue getting YOUR Dream Cards. Whoever you want, and in any type of match you wish. You tell us what you would like to see, and we've got some unique matchups!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
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This week it's Episode #200 where we get YOUR Dream Cards. Whoever you want, and in any type of match you wish. You tell us what you would like to see!

 

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus

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This week Mick tells us what it was like to attend an "All Star Wrestling" television taping. How did fans get tickets, what time did the wrestlers show up, when and how long were the tapings, tricky camera angles and more.

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus

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February 3, 2026 90 mins

This week we're joined by former AWA Secretary/Administration Assistant Pat Marxen-Saba. We ask about being related to the Gagne's, what ribs she saw in the office, was she ever "kayfabed", the best and worst talent to work with, and more!

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus

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January 27, 2026 59 mins
This week we look back at the year 1971! Mick and Joe discuss the historical significance, the tragedy that shook the promotion, some of the non Minneapolis cities and more!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
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January 20, 2026 62 mins
This week we're back for another "No DQ and A", where we answer your questions! We discuss multiple "Doctor X” sightings, the Rick Martel and Stan Hansen friendship, Sheik Adnan El Kaissie's heat, poster misspellings and more!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
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This week we're going back to one of our first watch alongs, which is SuperClash I! Mick, Joe and Chris give their unique opinions and commentary during one of the AWA's biggest events!

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus

 

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December 29, 2025 62 mins

This week we're joined by the "Quintessential Stud Muffin" Joel Gertner. He talks about his start in the business, the evolution of the character and his limericks, what made ECW special and more.

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus

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December 9, 2025 86 mins

This week we take a look at Eddie Sharkey's trainees and the influence that he's had on the professional wrestling business. We get an early and brief (but unsuccessful) run in from one, but we also discuss Jerry Lynn, Austin Aries, Nikita Koloff, the Destruction Crew, Sean Waltman and a ton more, including a team that has their own POP!

 

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unle...

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This week it's our final "No DQ and A" of 2025! We discuss Andre The Giant working with the AWA’s elite, Pat Patterson, Jerry Jarrett buying the AWA, using reality in a storyline, wrestlers hanging on too long and a ton more!

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus

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November 25, 2025 74 mins
This week we look back at the year 1968, including champions, feuds, some of the forgotten names, and a ton more!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
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This week we take a peek at some of your favorite pictures and memorabilia, along with a little more from Mick and Joe!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus.
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November 11, 2025 70 mins
This week we discuss and rank YOUR favorite heel singles wrestlers of all time, including Larry Hennig, Jesse Ventura, Ken Patera, Mad Dog Vachon, Bobby Heenan and more!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus  
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November 4, 2025 92 mins

On this week's episode, we're joined by the hottest person in the wrestling podcasting space, former Tough Enough winner, Maven Huffman (and his Producer Zach Werre)!

While not AWA in nature, this was an important show for Chris as he explains the personal connection with Zach, how their podcast came to be about, Maven discusses the Tough Enough process, when was he smartened up, the struggles he went through to be accepted, the im...

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October 28, 2025 72 mins
This week we discuss YOUR favorite heel tag teams, including Ray Stevens and Pat Patterson, the Vachons, the Kalmikoffs, Destruction Crew, Larry Hennig and Harley Race, and more!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus  
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This week we look at the enhancement talent of the 1980's, including former podcast guests Tom "Rocky" Stone, Earthquake Ferris, Frankie DeFalco, the late Nacho Berrera and more. We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus.
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October 14, 2025 70 mins
This week we look at wrestlers who moved onto another territory, and when they did, they changed their look and personality as well. Names include Ric Flair, Bob Remus, Baron Von Raschke, Adrian Adonis and much more!   We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus.
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October 7, 2025 65 mins
This week it's another attempt to answer your questions with another "No DQ and A." We discuss Dusty's AWA run, Mrs. Dog, Bob Backlund, Evan Johnson, Missy Hyatt and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus.
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September 30, 2025 101 mins

This week we're joined by former USWA Announcer Craig Johnson. He recaps his journey into wrestling, how he got the name, the Sportatorium, constant rebranding, word association and more!

 

We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus.

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September 23, 2025 60 mins
This week we look at more "Slick Mick's Pix" where we look at Andre/Dusty, Andre/Pat Patterson, Verne putting his hair on the line and more! We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus.  
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