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

October 27, 2026 • 69 mins
This week we ask you for the ONE Tag Team you associate with the AWA. Did yours make the list?    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 get some stories with "Slick Mick's Vintage Pics", which include a vulnerable Bruiser Brody, a goofy Nick Bockwinkel, a couple different eras of Crusher 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 13, 2026 • 60 mins
This week we ask about your AWA Mt. Rushmore (that doesn't include Verne Gagne.) Did your names make the list?   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 6, 2026 • 60 mins
This week we look at the roster in the year 1982. We discuss the top villains and heroes, including Ken Patera, Nick Bockwinkel, Ray Stevens, Hulk Hogan, Tito Santana, Brad Rheigans 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 break from our normal content and combine it with Back 2 Ringside as we discuss the tragic passing of Benjamin Satterly (aka Pac), on the heels of Andy Williams, what AEW is going through, Tony Khan stepping up, are there some similarities to 80's and 90's, violence and pressure on the indies and more.

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September 22, 2026 • 60 mins
This week it's another "No DQ  and A", where we answer your questions. Did Verne Gagne stiff Ric Flair at Twin Wars 90, The Crusher as "The Judge", Curt Hennig's friendship with Wade Boggs 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 15, 2026 • 59 mins
This week we continue to focus on the 1960's as we discuss the best feuds of 1966, including Crusher & Bruiser vs. Larry Hennig & Harley Race, Verne Gagne vs. Mad Dog Vachon, why there was a mixing and matching of main event matches 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 discuss babyfaces from the early 1960's and why they were so influential. From looks to style to personality, these are some of the most iconic heroes in AWA history including Haystacks Calhoun, Hercules Coirtez, Eddie Sharkey 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 discuss heels from the early 1960's and why they were as crucial as they were. From looks to style to personality, these are some of the most iconic bad guys in AWA history including Fritz Von Erich, Dr. Bill Miller, the Kalmikoff Brothers 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 discuss heels from the 1970's and 1980's that didn't get over, which include (but not limited to) Larry Cameron, Kim Duk, Roger Kirby 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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August 18, 2026 • 62 mins

This week it's another "No DQ and A" where we (sort of) answer your questions. We discuss honest paydays, what makes a legendary tag team, Little Bruiser, "Fast" Eddie Sharkey and more!

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August 11, 2026 • 66 mins
This week we look back at the year 1972, including why it could be considered one of the best years, the sad reason why some teams were formed, memorable talent 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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In this special bonus episode, Chris Tubbs and Mick Karch are joined by the NEW WWE Intercontinental Champion Chad Gable as we discuss winning the Intercontinental title in his hometown, being "one of us", the frustration of being overlooked, carrying on the legacy of Minnesota professional wrestling and more!    We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unlea...
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August 6, 2026 • 47 mins
This week we're back with a look at "Slick Mick's Pix!" We get a cool shot of three world champions, tag team legends, "Ronnie Piper"?, Fed 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 Chris Tubbs and Mick Karch are joined by the legendary Mickie James as we discuss the evolution and explosion of women's wrestling, preparing for major WWE shows, her husband Nick Aldis returning to the ring at SummerSlam 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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In this bonus episode, Chris Tubbs talks with the Owner of HighSpots.com and Founder of WrestleCon, Michael Bochicchio about his first trip to Minneapolis, what he's looking forward to, what goes into planning an event like this, his relationship with WWE 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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July 21, 2026 • 54 mins

This week it's another "No DQ and A", where we answer your questions. We discuss July being a tough month for deaths, the greatest Japanese wrestler ever to appear in the AWA, which referee is most associated with the AWA, David Sammartino not getting over and more!

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July 14, 2026 • 77 mins

This week we recap our weekend at the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame Weekend in Waterloo!

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

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June 30, 2026 • 59 mins

This week we get a peak at some of Slick Mick's Pix! We see the most scarred forehead in wrestling?, a new spin on Nick vs. Verne, what is the "PPP," young Punk 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 ask for YOUR dream tag team combination of an AWA star and wrestler from the current day!

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