Prime Time with Sean Mooney

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B. Brian Blair: PRIME TIME VAULT Sep 09, 2020

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We're bringing you a "Killer" conversation with B. Brian Blair of The Killer Bees on this classic episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney! Brian talks about his journey from Indiana to Florida as a kid, quickly falling in love with wrestling, and almost getting shot by Leroy McGuirk, before arriving in the WWE right after WrestleMania I. Plus, Brian recounts an incident involving Tony Atlas and Paul Orndorff that you do not want to miss!

Buggsy McGraw: PRIME TIME VAULT Sep 02, 2020

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On this classic episode of “Prime Time with Sean Mooney,” we welcome pro wrestling legend, Buggsy McGraw! Buggsy talks about his definition of “old school,” plus the good and bad of working during the territory days. Buggsy also talks about training under The Shiek, working for Stu Hart in Calgary, for Gorilla Monsoon in Japan, and memories of The Cow Palace and Madison Square Garden. Buggsy recounts working for Vince Sr. in the WWWF, being given the Buggsy McGraw name, how he almost returned to the WWF in 1988, WRESTLING BEARS, and much more!

Dr. Tom Prichard: PRIME TIME VAULT Aug 19, 2020

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On this classic episode of “Prime Time with Sean Mooney,” we welcome the legendary Dr. Tom Prichard! Tom talks about growing up as 1 of 5 brothers, performing as a kid, and getting into wrestling as a teen in Texas. He also discusses working for different promoters and territories all across the country - Paul Boesch in Houston, Bill Watts in Louisiana, Chavo Guerrero in Los Angeles, and Smokey Mountain Wrestling. Tom also talks about his move to the WWE, and being a part of The Heavenly Bodies and The Bodydonnas. Plus, Tom discusses his transition to being a trainer, starting a wrestling school with Kane, and more!

Wendi Richter: PRIME TIME VAULT Aug 12, 2020

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On this classic episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney" we bring you an exclusive conversation with a trailblazer in the world of women's pro wrestling, as `80's WWE sensation Wendi Richter joins the show! Wendi talks about growing up as a cowgirl in Louisiana, playing sports, and first getting into wrestling. She discusses the treatment of women in pro wrestling back in the day, as well as her impression of women in wrestling today. Wendi talks about the "Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection" with WWE and MTV, the impact of WrestleMania I, and pro wrestling going mainstream. And you don't want to miss Wendi dishing on the original "screwjob" that took place 33 years ago this week at Madison Square Garden against Fabulous Moolah - and what Wendi's relationship with Moolah was like. Plus, what it meant for her to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2010, her relationship with WWE today, and much more!

Jimmy Korderas: PRIME TIME VAULT Aug 05, 2020

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On this classic episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we welcome a man who has seen A LOT over his 20+ year career as a WWE referee, as Jimmy Korderas joins the show! Jimmy talks about getting his start in pro wrestling, his relationship with Jack Tunney, and breaking into WWE. He also discusses being introduced to refereeing by Pat Patterson, and his promotion from ring crew to referee. Plus, Jimmy talks about the art of being a good referee, taking bumps, getting knocked out at WrestleMania IV, and Owen Hart. Jimmy also lists some of his favorite matches, discusses his transition to broadcasting, and more!

Bill Apter: PRIME TIME VAULT Jul 22, 2020

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On this classic episode of "Prime Time with Sean Mooney," Sean welcomes legendary wrestling historian, Bill Apter! Bill talks about the influence author Stanley Weston had on him, establishing trust with wrestling promoters, and his rocky relationship with the McMahons. Plus, Bill talks about his involvement with Hulk Hogan and Rocky III, the Andy Kaufman/Jerry Lawler Tonight Show confrontation, memories of the Von Erich's, his new podcast, and much more!

Santino Marella: PRIME TIME VAULT Jul 15, 2020

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On this classic episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we welcome former WWE Superstar, Santino Marella! Santino talks about growing up in Canada, and getting into judo and baseball as a kid. He reflects on becoming a father while in college, and how that affected his drive and motivation. Santino talks about wrestling in Japan for BattlArts, before returning to the United States to work for OVW. Plus, Santino discusses breaking into the WWE, developing the Santino Marella character, what he thought about his initial push, the “Santina” gimmick, and much more!

Zack Ryder: PRIME TIME VAULT Jul 01, 2020

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We open up Mooney's Vault to bring you another great conversation with [ex] WWE Superstar, Zack Ryder! Zack talks about growing up on Long Island and attending wrestling shows at Madison Square Garden. Zack reflects on his pro wrestling fandom, and how that helped him in his battle against cancer. Plus, Zack talks about breaking into the WWE with Curt Hawkins, being Edgeheads and getting to work WrestleMania. Zack also discusses the biggest moment of his career, winning the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 32 with his dad in the front row, his YouTube success, his new wrestling podcast and more!

Tully Blanchard: PRIME TIME VAULT Jun 27, 2020

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We open up Mooney's Vault to bring you another legendary conversation, as we welcome one of the original Horsemen, Tully Blanchard! Tully talks about learning the game of football from his father, who played in the CFL with Gene Kinisk, and his experience playing college football at West Texas State University. Tully also discusses his start in pro wrestling, and working for Eddie Graham and Jim Crockett. Plus, he talks about the formation of the Four Horsemen, working as a heel, and his time in the NWA. Tully discusses his arrival and brief run in WWE as part of the Brain Busters, as well as his failed drug test and ultimate exit from the company. Tully also talks about finding religion, public speaking, and so much more!

Prime Time Says Farewell Jun 24, 2020

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Today's episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney will be our final one. Over the last 3 years, we have had the honor of entertaining you, our loyal PTSM listeners, as we talked with so many legends of professional wrestling. And as we bid farewell to Prime Time, we bring you six of Sean's all-time favorite moments from the show!
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