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TOTS 75 Cincinnati Rest Stop

Gorilla Brain Wrestling PodcastsApr 22, 2024

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TOTS 75 Cincinnati Rest Stop

TOTS 75 Cincinnati Rest Stop

Al is back from another trip and he's got a whole new list of folks that aren't welcome on the lawn.
Listen for all this and more on TOTS 75!
Apr 22, 202401:23:01
The Year of Duke and Rogue - Survivor Series 1988

The Year of Duke and Rogue - Survivor Series 1988

Teams of five strive to survive in the second annual Thanksgiving Day extravaganza!

This one is headlined by the team captained by the Mega Powers taking on the Twin Towers team, and also has a ten on ten man/five on five tag team mess of a match that likely has more tags in and out than any other match in history.

There's a lot of action on this one, so strap in and dish up some turkey and mashed potatoes as we take you through WWF's Survivor Series 1988.

Apr 15, 202401:39:41
TOTS 74

TOTS 74

Al and Kevin are back for all the great takes on TOTS 74!

Apr 08, 202401:22:10
The Year of Duke and Rogue - WWF Saturday Night's Main Event XVII

The Year of Duke and Rogue - WWF Saturday Night's Main Event XVII

Duke and Rogue are back for episode five on our latest trek, and today we review WWF's Saturday Night's Main Event from October 1988, sandwiched between SummerSlam and Survivor Series
The feud between Ravishing Rick Rude and Jake the Snake Roberts is nearing it's climax (ughh yeah), as Jake vows to take off Rude's pants before the night is done.
Elsewhere we have a rematch for the tag titles with Demolition defending against the Hart Foundation.
The Hulkster takes on King Haku and so much more!
Apr 01, 202401:07:53
Macho Madness Special!

Macho Madness Special!

With March Madness in full swing, we here at Gorilla Brain Wrestling Podcasts decided to take the opportunity to dedicate this special to everything Randy Savage in this Macho Madness episode.

Join Duke, Al, and Kevin as they discuss some of the Man's best ring gear, matches, feuds, on the mic spots, and more!

Mar 31, 202449:36
TOTS - Episode 73 Why would you do that

TOTS - Episode 73 Why would you do that

Al and Kevin are back to review another round of JAKKS figures with the Signature Series 2 line, kick folks off their lawns, and brag about their trophies. Plus they announce the winners of the TOTS giveaway! Tune in for all the great takes and more!
Mar 25, 202401:44:29
The Year of Duke and Rogue - SummerSlam 1988

The Year of Duke and Rogue - SummerSlam 1988

Duke and Rogue are back to take you way back to the very first SummerSlam, live from Madison Square Garden.

It's a happening, with the Mega Powers (Savage/Hogan) taking on the Mega Bucks (Dibiase/Andre) in the main event, with Jesse the Body Ventura as guest referee.

Elsewhere we have a hell of an opener between The Fabulous Rougeau Brothers and The British Bulldogs. Demolition is defending their titles against the Hart Foundation, and The Honky Tonk Man is facing a mystery opponent, looking to end the greatest Intercontinental Title reign of all time. Another highlight of the undercard is Ravishing Rick Rude and the Junk Yard Dog competing in a battle of creatively airbrushed wrestling tights.

All this and more as we look back at the first SummerSlam.

Mar 18, 202401:56:12
TOTS 72 Stone Cold Sloth Austin

TOTS 72 Stone Cold Sloth Austin

Al and Kevin are back at it with another installment of TOTS! Hear as they kick some sad sacks off the lawn, Al gets in hot water with trophies, and they conclude the Jakks Live Wire Series 1 on the Mission where they review what is possibly the worst figure to date!
Mar 11, 202401:27:51
The Year of Duke and Rogue - WWF Saturday Night's Main Event XVI

The Year of Duke and Rogue - WWF Saturday Night's Main Event XVI

In the 1980's, the WWF produced Saturday Night's Main Event, special shows that aired on NBC in place of SNL when the comedy troupe had a week off.
Today we're covering the 16th one of these, and the first to not feature Hulk Hogan, who was busy working on the classic film No Holds Barred.
Fresh off victory at WrestleMania 4, World Champion The Macho Man Randy Savage defends his title against The One Man Gang. Elsewhere, we have a tag match with the Bulldogs taking on Demolition, and two of Rogue's all time favorites from this era, Koko B Ware and Ravishing Rick Rude facing off.
Mar 04, 202401:24:52
Leap Year Special

Leap Year Special

Happy Leap Year everybody!

In this very special, once every four years kind of an episode, the guys talk about their favorite leapers in the world of professional wrestling.

Tune in for all of the great takes and thanks for spending some of your extra day with Gorilla Brain Wrestling Podcasts...

Feb 29, 202401:10:42
TOTS Episode 71
Feb 26, 202401:47:27
The Year of Duke and Rogue - WrestleMania 4 (Part Two)

The Year of Duke and Rogue - WrestleMania 4 (Part Two)

The guys are back to give you a taste of the thrilling conclusion of WrestleMania 4, live from the Dump Plaza in New Jersey.

With Hogan and Andre both out of the tournament, who's going to walk away with the world heavyweight title?

Plus, the Honky Tonk Man looks to continue his greatest Intercontinental Championship title reign of all time, defending against Brutus the Barber Beefcake. We also have a six man tag match and Strike Force defending their tag titles against Demolition.

Will Bob Uecker track down Vanna White? Tune in to find out...

Feb 19, 202401:25:06
TOTS - Episode 70 It’s been a while

TOTS - Episode 70 It’s been a while

Al and Kevin are back with TOTS 70! Hear as the boys plow through the Mission (Ugghhhh Yeeaaaahhh!) with the Jakks Mick Foley 3 pack! Plus they discuss a few characters that need some updates figs, a feisty Get Off My Lawn, and weekly trophies!
Feb 12, 202401:25:51
The Year of Duke and Rogue - WrestleMania 4 (Part One)

The Year of Duke and Rogue - WrestleMania 4 (Part One)

The Year of Duke and Rogue is back with a brand new season and we're kicking it off with WrestleMania 4.

This bad boy was a four hour extravaganza that came on two VHS tapes, so we're splitting WrestleMania 4 into two shows accordingly.

This one has a little bit of everything, including a battle royal for a trophy and a 14 man elimination tournament for the vacant world championship. Get ready for the greatest happening in history as we hop in the time machine and go back to March of 1988.

Feb 05, 202401:27:07
TOTS 69 Uggghhhhhh Yeaaaahhhhh!!!

TOTS 69 Uggghhhhhh Yeaaaahhhhh!!!

Al and Kevin are back with TOTS, episode 69....ugghhhhhh yeaaaahhhhh?!?!? Hear as the boys share another wild Get Off The Lawn, review the Jakks BCA Attitude 4 Pack on the Mission, and cover a wild week of trophies!
Jan 29, 202401:47:57
We Just Made A List! Best Royal Rumble Matches

We Just Made A List! Best Royal Rumble Matches

In honor of one of the best days of the year for wrestling fans, We Made A List!

This time we're picking our top five Royal Rumble matches.

From all of us at Gorilla Brain Wrestling Podcasts, have a Happy Rumble Day....

Jan 27, 202401:37:46
The Year of Duke and Rogue - Season 6 Preview

The Year of Duke and Rogue - Season 6 Preview

Duke and Rogue are back with a brand new season, and this time they're headed way back to the late 80s in the WWF.
It’s called one of the Golden Eras of Professional Wrestling for a reason, and will be a nice step away from the putrid sludge that we covered in the past couple of seasons.
We’re starting this season off with WrestleMania 4 and wrapping up with WrestleMania 5, and in this special preview episode, the fellas share their memories of old school WWF and make some predictions about the season to come.
So strap on in and ask yourself this one question….Whatcha gonna do?! When the Year of Duke and Rogue, Gorilla Brain Wrestling Podcasts, and the Shining Wizards Network run wild on you???!!!???
Jan 24, 202455:22
TOTS - Episode 68 Ringside Rebound

TOTS - Episode 68 Ringside Rebound

On this episode of TOTS the boys see some redemption on the Mission when they cover Jakks Ringside Collection Series 2! Plus a very active Get Off My Lawn which Kevin learns about “unwritten rules!”
Jan 15, 202401:46:29
The Year of Duke and Rogue - Season Five Finale - Good Riddance TNA!

The Year of Duke and Rogue - Season Five Finale - Good Riddance TNA!

As we enter the New Year it's time for some new beginnings, but first we have to clean up the wreckage of last year, a year in which we covered the dying days of WCW and first year of TNA's monthly pay per view extravaganzas. Talk about a rough year.

In this episode we discuss the best and worst of Season 5 and give you a sneak peak at where we're headed next!

Jan 08, 202401:16:17
TOTS 67 New Year, Same Me

TOTS 67 New Year, Same Me

The loverboy and his faithful steed are back to wish you all a happy new year! On this episode the boys discuss their 2023 resolutions and how they did with them! Plus Get Off My Lawn, a Mission that is 2 Tough, and trophies!
Jan 01, 202401:47:34
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Genesis 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Genesis 2005

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone listening out there. We appreciate you and look forward to getting away from TNA and giving you guys something new in 2024. With that said, the guys are back for the 13th and final TNA PPV that we’re covering this season, Genesis 2005. The card feels more like a go home show before a big event than the big event itself, but there’s some good action in there. Petey Williams challenges AJ Styles for the X Division Title in the only championship on the card. Elsewhere we have an Xtreme Elimination match featuring the rest of the X Division and Abyss and Sabu continue their barbaric feud. In the main event Double J teams up with AMW to take on Team 3D and Rhino. Once again we want to wish you all a happy holiday season and we’ll be back next time with a recap show and to let you know where we’re going next…
Dec 25, 202301:16:23
2nd Annual GBW Festivus Special

2nd Annual GBW Festivus Special

It's time to dust off that aluminum pole and join Al, Duke, and Kevin for the second annual Gorilla Brain Wrestling Festivus Special.

In addition to the airing of grievances, the fellas discuss other elements of the classic Seinfeld episode as it pertains to professional wrestling.

We wish you the best in the feats of strength and hope that you are blessed with a Festivus miracle.

Dec 23, 202301:20:04
TOTS 66 Christmas Carol Edition Trophies

TOTS 66 Christmas Carol Edition Trophies

On this episode the boys take a look at trophies they’ve acquired this year of the great figs of past, present, and some they’re looking forward to in the future! Plus Get Off My Lawn, the highest scoring Jakks line on the Mission, and weekly Trophies!
Dec 18, 202302:13:10
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Bound for Glory 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Bound for Glory 2005

Plugged for months as TNA's Super Bowl, World Series, Final Four, and Stanley Cup all rolled into one, the first Bound for Glory does deliver some good action and is a candidate for show of the year, although the competition isn't very stiff (...ughh yeahh).

The show kicks off with Samoa Joe taking on Jushin Thunder Liger. Elsewhere we get a Four Way Monster's Ball Match, a hell of an Iron Man Match for the X Division title, and a three way Ultimate X match with a shot at the gold on the line.

Double J has regained the title since we left off, and he'll be facing somebody in the main event. The championship committee can't seem to make up their mind on a number one contender, but there will be a world title match. Listen along to hear how it all plays out....

Dec 11, 202301:51:22
TOTS 65 Is Uncle Frank the biggest heel ever?

TOTS 65 Is Uncle Frank the biggest heel ever?

On this episode hear the fellas get in the holiday spirit and book their first ever Classic Christmas Movie Fig Line! Plus the review a surprising good Jakks BCA Wrestlemania XIV line, Get Off My Lawn, and some epic trophies!
Dec 04, 202302:12:34
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Unbreakable 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Unbreakable 2005

This time around Duke and Rogue cover TNA Unbreakable 2005, live from the Impact Zone.

The show was headlined by a five star classic for the X Division Title, with champion Christopher Daniels taking on Samoa Joe and AJ Styles in a three way dance for the ages.

Elsewhere, we get Raven defending the heavyweight title against Rhino, we got Sabu and Abyss going at it, and we got a four way elimination match for the tag team titles. Show of the year? Listen and find out...

Nov 26, 202301:37:29
Thanksgiving Special

Thanksgiving Special

In this very special episode, the fellas discuss what they are thankful for in the world of professional wrestling.
We hope that you enjoy the episode and we thank you very much for supporting the channel. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
Nov 23, 202359:50
TOTS 64 That really got away from us

TOTS 64 That really got away from us

The guys are back with J and J for another special episode just in time for the Mega, Gigantic, Record Breaking Whatnot Black Friday Stream! Plus another STOMP Mission, Get Off My Lawn, and so much more!
Nov 20, 202302:43:19
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Sacrifice 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Sacrifice 2005

In this episode the guys dive into TNA Sacrifice 2005.

No titles are on the line, so this one kind of just feels like another show, though there is some good action, including AJ Styles and Samoa Joe clashing for the X Division Cup and a title shot at the next PPV. Elsewhere, we get a battle of the big fellas as Lance Hoyt takes on the Monster Abyss, Jerry Lynn takes on Syxx Pac, and in the main event, we have Double J teaming with Rhino to take on NWA Heavyweight Champion Raven and the suicidal, homicidal, and genocial Sabu. If Double J pins Raven he gets a title shot and if Raven pins him, The Chosen One doesn't get a shot for a year.

So what happens if one of the other guys gets the pinfall in this tag match? Tune in to find out...

Nov 13, 202302:11:18
TOTS 63 - Can't Miss

TOTS 63 - Can't Miss

On this episode, hear the fellas go over their list of wrestlers with nothing but can't miss figs!

Plus, Get Off My Lawn, Weekly Trophies, and they review Jakks Slammers Series 2 on the Mission!

Nov 06, 202302:02:19
Happy Halloween Special

Happy Halloween Special

Happy Halloween everybody!
The guys are back to discuss our favorite spooky moments, matches, and characters from professional wrestling.
Oct 31, 202301:15:50
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA No Surrender 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA No Surrender 2005

The guys are back to tell you all about TNA No Surrender 2005.

In this one, we have a battle between AJ Styles and Sean Waltman with Jerry Lynn and his blue jeans as guest referee.

Elsewhere, Samoa Joe looks to continue his undefeated streak against Chris Sabin, and Abyss looks to B Hole Slam his way to championship gold as he takes on Raven in a dog collar match for the TNA Heavyweight Title.

Oct 30, 202301:50:39
TOTS - Episode 62 Feels like a Seinfeld Episode

TOTS - Episode 62 Feels like a Seinfeld Episode

On this episode the boys are back at it with a jumbo sized Lawn segment! Seriously, what’s the point of a preorder?!?! Also on this episode they rejoin the Mission with a look at Jakks BCA Special Edition Series 2 and recap weekly trophies! This and so much more!
Oct 23, 202301:56:03
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Slammiversary 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Slammiversary 2005

In this episode the guys cover TNA Slammiversary 2005, the show marking the company's third year of being in business.

The good news is that we have a contender for show of the year, as Samoa Joe makes his TNA debut.

There's no Jeff Hardy or Double J in this one, but in the main event AJ Styles defends his world title in a King of the Mountain Match against Abyss, Raven, X Pac and Monty Brown.

Oct 16, 202301:24:24
TOTS 61 We’re Off the Rails Now

TOTS 61 We’re Off the Rails Now

The boys are back with an all new sort of madness! Let’s just say there’s a deep dive into the adolescent minds of Kevin and Al! Plus Jakks Special Edition Series 1 on the Mission, Get Off My Lawn, and so much more!
Oct 09, 202302:03:33
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Hard Justice 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Hard Justice 2005

Duke and Rogue are back, and today we're looking back at TNA Hard Justice 2005. In the main event, AJ Styles looks to become a three time NWA Heavyweight Champion as he challenges the King of the Mountain, Double J Jeff Jarrett, with special guest referee Tito Ortiz in there to lay down some hard justice. Ugh yea.
Elsewhere, Jeff Hardy missed his flight, so we have X Pac taking on Raven in a Clockwork Orange House of Fun Match, as well as the Shocker from the McDonald's commercial challenging The Fallen Angel for the X Division Title. There's some tag team action and TNA's version of a Royal Rumble match to determine the number one contender.
Will hard justice be served? Listen to find out...
Oct 02, 202301:39:18
Fall Special

Fall Special

As we plunge forward into fall, the guys got together to talk about notable falls from grace in the wrestling world.
These are guys that had all the hype and the talent and but managed to squander their opportunity in one way or another.
Sep 28, 202301:26:18
TOTS - Episode 60 Eleven, Ten, Nine…

TOTS - Episode 60 Eleven, Ten, Nine…

You only thought the Get Off My Lawn special was Spicy…wait until you get a load (ugh yeah) of Episode 60! Hear as the boys exercise the demons, review the Jakks BCA Bad Blood 4-pack, and go through weekly trophies!
Sep 25, 202301:32:00
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Lockdown 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Lockdown 2005

In a first event of its kind, every match on this card is contested inside the six sides of steel cage. At least that's what was advertised. However, there is not one standard cage match in the bunch. Instead, we have a tag team match inside of a cage where you have to make tags, a tables match inside of a cage that looks goofy as hell, a strap match inside the cage that neither straps the guys together nor keeps the guys in the cage, a Lethal Lockdown match where team captain Kevin Nash can't participate on Team Nash due to an infection, and a fuckin Prince of Darkness Death Match in a cage.
A little too much bullshit in this one, but there are a couple of standout contests between AJ Styles and Abyss for the number one contendership, and Triple X exploding for the X Division title as Fallen Angel Christopher Daniels takes on former partner Elix Skipper.
Sep 18, 202301:42:11
TOTS 59 Kevin goes to Jersey

TOTS 59 Kevin goes to Jersey

On this episode the fellas have a wild time discussing Kevin’s recent trip to New Jersey! Plus the Mission returns with part 2 of the Jakks BCA Shotgun Saturday Night Series 1 line, Get Off My Lawn, and weekly trophies!
Sep 11, 202301:46:14
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Destination X 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Destination X 2005

As we plow through the first year of TNA monthly pay per views, we have a contender for not only the worst show this season, but possibly the worst one that we've ever covered.
It's TNA Destination X 2005, and bullshit is everywhere on this card, with each contest featuring outside interference, incompetent officiating, and not one, but two guys in masks who arrive to save the day. This was a tough watch.
In the main event, Double J takes on DDP, effectively continuing their rivalry from the last year of WCW that we covered. This one is contested in a Ringside Revenge (not Lumberjack) Match.
Elsewhere, we have an the Ultimate X Challenge for the belt featuring three matches in one. We got Abyss taking on Jeff Hardy once again, as well as Raven and The Lone Star Dustin Rhodes.
Finally it appears as if the battle to become Dusty Rhodes' assistant will come to its conclusion as Trinity and Traci send their tag teams into action.
This one was bad, and we really hope that things turn around or else this might be quite the chore moving forward.
Sep 04, 202301:47:00
TOTS 58 - Special Tribute Episode

TOTS 58 - Special Tribute Episode

On this episode, the fellas take a brief break from the typical shenanigans and Mission to pay tribute to Terry Funk and Bray Wyatt.

They review some of their favorite Funker figs, as well as take the time to kick some folks off the lawn and talk about weekly trophies.

Aug 28, 202301:39:07
The Leslies

The Leslies

In this special episode, we honor Ed Leslie and his unprecedented amount of ridiculous gimmicks by taking a look at some other wrestlers saddled with a bevy of unfortunate personas in the ring.
We make our cases for the best Leslies not also known as Brutus the Barber Beefcake.
Thanks for checking out the show and we hope you enjoy it.
Aug 24, 202301:10:45
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Against All Odds 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Against All Odds 2005

On this episode a NASCAR driver makes an underwhelming appearance in a tag match, we got something called a full metal mayhem match between Abyss and Jeff Hardy, and AJ Styles and Christopher Daniels compete in an iron man match for the X Division Title.
In the main event Big Sexy takes on Double J for the world title.
Aug 21, 202301:40:30
TOTS 57 Because Nobody Does What They Do!

TOTS 57 Because Nobody Does What They Do!

On this episode the fellas are joined by their special guests the J’s from J and J Figures! With the J’s the boys discuss adventures in fig collecting, fantasy book a Legends line of unsung New Generation wrestlers, and kick some degenerates off the lawn!
Aug 14, 202302:04:24
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Final Resolution 2005

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Final Resolution 2005

It's TNA's first show of 2005 and we get our first taste of the Ultimate X Match, as the title is on the line in a three way dance featuring AJ Styles, Chris Sabin, and defending champion Petey WIlliams.
Elsewhere, there's another three way dance pitting Monty Brown, Kevin Nash, and DDP with the winner getting a title shot in the main event.
In the undercard, Roddy Piper officiates a match between Scott Hall and Jeff Hardy and Dusty Rhodes has a couple of bimbos out looking for clues for something. This one is an early contender for show of the year.
Aug 07, 202301:37:59
TOTS 56 - We're Gonna Be In Trouble!

TOTS 56 - We're Gonna Be In Trouble!

On this episode here the boys discuss their excitement for all of the SDCC reveals! Plus learn of some homeowner headaches on Get Off My Lawn, the fellas review Part 1 of Shotgun Saturday Night Series 1, and cover weekly trophies!

Jul 31, 202301:50:34
Recasting the Past - Factions

Recasting the Past - Factions

In this month's special episode, the guys from Gorilla Brain Podcasts are joined by our special guest, the one and only Ted the Hillbilly Heel from The Heel Truth Podcast.
We each select a favorite faction from yesteryear and recast it with today's stars. Who's going to have the best group? Will it be Ted's 4 Horsemen, Duke's DX, Kevin's Dungeon of Doom, or one of three Dangerous Alliances that Al put together? Let us know in the poll. We hope you enjoy the show.
Jul 27, 202301:10:43
The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Turning Point 2004

The Year of Duke and Rogue - TNA Turning Point 2004

TNA's second monthly PPV features a six man tag match pitting the Kings of Wrestling- NWA World Champion Double J and the Outsiders- against the trio of AJ Styles, Jeff Hardy, and The Macho Man Randy Savage.
Elsewhere, we get a Serengeti Survival Match, the X Division and Tag Titles are on the line, and two of TNA's great tag teams - Triple X and America's Most Wanted - square off in a six sides of steel match, with the losing team being forced to disband.
Join us for all the great takes and more...
Jul 24, 202301:43:27
TOTS 55 - Clam It Up

TOTS 55 - Clam It Up

On this episode, the fellas discuss some of the latest fig reveals from SDCC and Powertown. Plus, they cover etiquette on Get off My Lawn, discuss Al's trophy week full of grails, and on the Mission they review Jakks 2 Tuff Series 1.

Jul 17, 202302:01:16