Prime Time With Sean Mooney

It's a FIRST here on Prime Time's Network Classics, as we say goodbye to the Manhattan Center, and say hello to...the Mall of America! That's right, we're looking back at a historic night in pro wrestling history, it's the DEBUT edition of WCW Monday Nitro! World Champion, Hulk Hogan, defends the title against Big Bubba. Ric Flair looks to capture the United States Championship from Sting. A surprise appearance from Lex Luger, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

Listen up...and that’s an order! Another legendary conversation comes your way, as we welcome WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter, to Prime Time! Sarge talks about his time in the Marine Corps, his introduction to pro wrestling through the AWA, and his close relationship with Lord Alfred Hayes.. Plus, he discusses the creation of the Sgt. Slaughter character, his influence on Jesse “The Body” Ventura, his struggles with stage fright, and much more!Sean and John talk about their connection with Major League Baseball, John's involvement with the UWF and the recent Dark Side of the Ring Herb Abrams episode, thoughts on the current wrestling landscape and empty arena shows, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of PTSM, we welcome pro wrestling media trailblazer, John Arezzi! Known for his popular Pro Wrestling Spotlight radio show that ran throughout the late ’80s to mid-1990s, Arezzi also captured many historic moments as a ringside photographer and went on to become the first big promoter of “Weekend Of Champions” which is considered to be one of the first major wrestling conventions. Sean and John talk about their connection with Major League Baseball, John's involvement with the UWF and the recent Dark Side of the Ring Herb Abrams episode, thoughts on the current wrestling landscape and empty arena shows, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Network Classics, we look back at the March 22, 1993 episode of Monday Night Raw! WrestleMania IX is almost upon us, as "Mean" Gene discusses the matches that have been signed so far. Plus, Kamala faces off against Doink in the main event. And Andre The Giant is announced as the first Inductee to the WWE Hall of Fame!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

What Does Everybody Want!!?? How about another legendary episode from the Prime Time vault, featuring former ECW, WWE, and TNA star, Al Snow! Al talks about getting into wrestling as a teenager, getting stretched by Ole and Gene Anderson, and his big break with Smokey Mountain Wrestling. Plus, his relationship with Mick Foley, the death of kayfabe, the infamous Kennel from Hell match, and more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

This week on Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we welcome one of the foundations of the new NWA, Tim Storm! Topics include his early influences, what might have been if he were a part of wrestling's heyday, joining the NWA, his feud with Nick Aldis and wrestling...JOE EXOTIC?! That and so much more with Tim Storm!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Network Classics, we look back at the June 13, 1992 edition of WWF Superstars! In it, we see the first vignette from Razor Ramon, a special interview with WWF Champion "Macho Man" Randy Savage, more from the dangerous convict Nailz, more hype leading into the WBF pay-per-view, and more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive another legendary conversation, as we welcome one of the most recognizable big men in wrestling history - the man behind One Man Gang and Akeem "The African Dream," George Gray! George talks about being introduced to wrestling by the Poffo family and befriending Randy "Macho Man" Savage. All about his WWE run, going to WCW in the 90's, his heart attack in the ring, and more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we bring you 2 HOURS with a man who is no stranger to controversy (he even wrote a book on it) - please welcome, Eric Bischoff! Topics include: growing up in Detroit, attraction to martial arts, arrival in the AWA and transitioning from sales to announcing, getting hired by WCW and his ascension within the company, his relationship with Hulk Hogan, returning to the WWE in 2019, and he reflects on the lasting impact he has made on the world of pro wrestling. That and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Network Classics, we look back at a memorable edition of Saturday Night's Main Event, which aired on November 29, 1986 from the Los Angeles Sports Arena in Los Angeles Sports Arena, CA. In it, we see Randy Savage defend his Intercontinental Championship against Jake "The Snake" Roberts. Also, Koko B. Ware takes on Nikolai Volkoff, Hart Foundation take on the Killer Bees, Roddy Piper takes on "Cowboy" Bob Orton, and WWF Champion Hulk Hogan puts up the title against the mighty Hercules!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive another legendary conversation, as we welcome Good Ol' JR, Jim Ross, to Prime Time! Jim talks about his incredible and challenging journey through the world of professional wrestling; his struggles with bullying, the impact "Cowboy" Bill Watts had on his career, the territory wars and being a "double agent," his arrival in the WWF in 1993, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

This week on Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we welcome Guy Evans, author of the most detailed book EVER on the rise & fall of WCW, "NITRO: The Incredible Rise and Inevitable Collapse of Ted Turner's WCW"!And as a Prime Time listener, you can pick up a copy of NITRO for FREE from Audible! Use code PRIMETIMESupport Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Network Classics, we look back at the March 15, 1993 episode of Monday Night Raw! The road to WrestleMania IX was under way, as Razor Ramon, Bob Backlund, Papa Shango, The Nasty Boys, and The Headshrinkers were all in action! Plus, hear why this episode of Raw did not take place at the Manhattan Center...and why Vince McMahon was not on commentary. That and so much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive a special episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney! Never-before-aired audio from past guests including Road Warrior Animal, Tito Santana, and DDP. We also turn the tables on Sean and ask him questions fans want to know - Lord Alfred Hayes, Coliseum Videos, play-by-play, and more! Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

This week on Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we welcome a man who has enjoyed over 3 decades in the world of pro wrestling, with stops in Jim Crockett Promotions, WCW,and WWF - we welcome George South! Topics include: the state of independent wrestling in wake of COVID-19, his entry into pro wrestling, memories of working for WWF, NWA's Circle Squared, thoughts on today's product and more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Network Classics, we look back on the June 6, 1992 edition of WWF Superstars! Mean Gene interviews Papa Shango, who recently placed a hex on the Ultimate Warrior. Plus, the true name of "The Convict" is revealed! We also see Intercontinental Champion Bret Hart in action, Crush and the WBF continuing to get strong pushes, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive another legendary conversation, as we welcome former WCW and WWE superstar, Marc Mero! Marc talks about getting into wrestling at the age of 30, his big break as Johnny B. Badd, and how his struggles with drugs nearly cost him everything. Plus, an in-depth look at his relationship with Sable, and the toll her fame had on their marriage. The point when Marc hit rock-bottom and how he was able to turn his life around, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for only $4.99! www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

This week on Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we welcome former WWE Superstar and current NWA National Heavyweight Champion, Aron Stevens! Aron hits on a number of topics including: training with Killer Kowalski as a teenager, developing the arrogant, condescending character that ultimately became Damien Sandow, working dark matches for WWE, the evolution of the Mizdow character, working with Cody Rhodes, his departure from WWE, working in TNA, transitioning to acting, joining the NWA, and much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

On this episode of Network Classics, we look back at the October 4, 1986 edition of Saturday Night's Main Event! Originally taped on September 13, 1986 at the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield, OH, the 10/4/86 episode of SNME aired on NBC and featured a WWF Championship match between Hulk Hogan and Paul Orndorff. Plus, Ricky Steamboat squared off against Jake "The Snake" Roberts, The British Bulldogs vs. The Dream Team in a 2-out-of-3 falls match, and so much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com

We open Mooney's Vault to relive another legendary conversation, as Sean steps into the Lion's Den with “The World's Most Dangerous Man” Ken Shamrock! Ken talks about having to fight for everything he had as the son of a single mom;. Plus, his path to the world of MMA and the UFC - and his arrival in the WWE in 1997. And so much more!Support Prime Time on Patreon and get every episode early and ad-free for just $4.99. www.Patreon.com/primetimemooneyShop Prime Time merchandise at www.mooneytees.com