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From the current..to the wayback!!! Join The "Impact Playa" Mr. Phil Raia as he pays homage to the “old school” of the squared circle.
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Episode 492: Philadelphia Freedom

The Turnbuckle Throwbacks Wrestling PodcastApr 09, 2024

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Episode 492: Philadelphia Freedom

Episode 492: Philadelphia Freedom

Phil has returned from his Wrestlemania week excursion in the city of brotherly love. Covers all 5 events that were visited as well as reviews both nights of Wrestlemania 40.

Apr 09, 202401:38:49
Episode 491: Wrestlemania...40 Years Later

Episode 491: Wrestlemania...40 Years Later

On this episode, Phil talks a little about the few first Wrestlemanias and their importance to the industry. Phil will be in the city of brotherly love for Mania weekend. Previewing this weekend's Wrestlemania 40 matches as well. This weeks "Throwback" is a quick recap of Wrestlemania 10 which turned 30 a few weeks ago

Apr 02, 202401:18:21
Episode 490: Card Is STILL Subject To Change!

Episode 490: Card Is STILL Subject To Change!

Phil decides to do an impromptu video with a state of the podcast address of sorts. Covering some current stuff as well as reflecting on stuff from the old school.

Mar 11, 202459:12
Episode 489: Facebook Festivus For The Rest Of Us

Episode 489: Facebook Festivus For The Rest Of Us

At the last minute, Phil goes live on Facebook for an impromptu holiday episiode. Talking all things wrestling, xmas presents, video games and sports gambling with F'N Ronnie. Happy Holidays from the Turnbuckle Throwbacks

Dec 24, 202301:18:19
Episode 488: Giving Thanks

Episode 488: Giving Thanks

On the eve of his 49th Thanksgiving, Phil covers all his current events and gimmicks while previewing this weekends 37th annual "Survivor Series" For the second segment covering the top 30 "Survivor Series" events according to whatculture.com Apologies in advance for the minor audio difficulties.

Nov 22, 202301:08:25
Episode 487: No Tricks, Just Treats

Episode 487: No Tricks, Just Treats

Phil opens the show with a tribute to one of his oldest friends Jay Reynolds who suddenly past away last week. Then has a few choice words about obnoxious wrestling fans on social media. Shouting out WWE superfan "Vladamir" as Phil reviews the new documentary on Peacock. This weeks Throwback is a quick review of WCW's "Halloween Havoc" from October of 1993

Oct 28, 202358:32
Episode 486: Middle Aged, And Crazy Like A Fox. RIP Funker

Episode 486: Middle Aged, And Crazy Like A Fox. RIP Funker

Phil reviews last weeks AEW's "All In" while previewing this weekends "All Out" with a few choice words for C.M. Punk. Also previewing this weekends WWE "PAYBACK" event and paying tribute to Bray Wyatt. This weeks Throwback is a tribute is a retrospective of the career of the LEGENDARY Terry Funk who we lost last week.

Sep 02, 202301:46:02
Episode 485: Thirty Years Later, And We're Still Not "Shocked"

Episode 485: Thirty Years Later, And We're Still Not "Shocked"

Phil updates everyone on his Summer as he covers all things WWE, NJPW, and AEW. Also talking about the passing of Adrian Street. This weeks Throwback is WCW's "Clash Of The Champions XXIV" The debut of the "SHOCKMASTER"

Aug 21, 202301:14:04
Episode 484: The Price For Freedom-versary!

Episode 484: The Price For Freedom-versary!

Phil reflects on the 11th anniversary of the Podcast. Reviewing the new AEW video game "Fight Forever" this past weeks NJPW Strong events, and WWE's MITB PPV from last week. This weeks throwback is The 1988 NWA "Great American Bash" revisited.

Jul 09, 202301:31:57
Episode 483: Sheiks, Greeks, And The "Hart" Of A King

Episode 483: Sheiks, Greeks, And The "Hart" Of A King

This week, Phil makes the hot tag as his long time pal Mickey D joins the show. The show opens with a tribute to the Iron Sheik who passed away earlier this week. This weeks Throwback is from June 13th 1993 for the PPV debut of the "King Of The Ring" event

Jun 09, 202302:21:56
Episode 482: 454 DAYS!!!!!!!

Episode 482: 454 DAYS!!!!!!!

This week Phil reviews last weeks AEW "Double Or Nothing" NXT "Battleground" and episode 1 of the 4 season of "Dark Side Of The Ring" The Throwback of the week is from June of 1987 when The Honky Tonk Man shocked the wrestling world.

Jun 02, 202301:04:03
Episode 481 Wrestling Tourettes: The Birth Of The Ike World Order (IWO)

Episode 481 Wrestling Tourettes: The Birth Of The Ike World Order (IWO)

This week Phil's equipment fails him in a very bad way. 48 hours later Phil pays tribute to the Tina Turner then implements a possible Plan B, and attempts to squeeze in some new audio. Reviews this weekends "Night Of Champions" event, NJPW's Best Of The Super Juniors final, and previews NXT's "Battleground" event as well as AEW's "Double or Nothing" PPV. This weeks Throwback is from October of 2014. Phil's fills in as the host of RANT EM's "Wrestling Call-In Show" and is joined by co-host "Rage", with friends of the show "Sugar" Shane, the late Steven Ray and Swax. Then the show runs off the rails as the "The Rant's" Tony C. calls in and with it comes the birth of the IKE World Order!

May 28, 202301:28:08
Episode 480 20 Years Too Soon

Episode 480 20 Years Too Soon

This episode, Phil pays tribute to the "ORIGINAL" sport entertainer "Superstar" Billy Graham who passed away earlier this week

May 22, 202301:08:13
Episode 479 I'll Always Love My Momma...And Robocop Too!

Episode 479 I'll Always Love My Momma...And Robocop Too!

A special Mom's edition of the Throwbacks. Phil keeps us current with the recent comings and goings of the WWE and AEW including Bad Bunny, the possible AEW / Warner Brothers merger and who the true GIANT of pro wrestling was. This episode's "Throwback" is a re-visit of WCW's infamous "Capital Combat The Return Of Robocop" PPV from May of 1990.
May 14, 202301:43:04
Episode 478 Best Of Luck, On Your Future "ENDEAVOR"

Episode 478 Best Of Luck, On Your Future "ENDEAVOR"

Phil recaps Wrestlemania weekend and the aftermath including WWE's historic merger with UFC's "Endeavor" as well as AEW invading jolly old England going "All In" this summer.

Apr 07, 202301:13:19
Episode 477 From 93' to 2023 It's me and Tony C!

Episode 477 From 93' to 2023 It's me and Tony C!

It's WRESTLEMANIA weekend! Phil previews some of the weekends events including ROH and both nights of Wrestlemania. Then Phil is joined by long time friend and co-host of "The Rant" Mr. Tony as the Throwback this week is Wrestlemania 9 from April of 1993

Apr 01, 202302:22:49
Episode 476 The "Evolution" Of The "Mad King"

Episode 476 The "Evolution" Of The "Mad King"

Phil updates the Throwbackers on his current events then breaks down WWE's "Elimination Chamber" PPV explaining the importance of character validity and evolution. Reviewing the very first ROH Honor Club weekly episode then previewing this weekends AEW "Evolution" PPV

Mar 04, 202301:02:12
Episode 475 A Deeper Shade Of Shawn

Episode 475 A Deeper Shade Of Shawn

On this weeks episode, Jay White out of Japan, The "King" strokes out, Superbowl prediction and Phil hates his job this week. This weeks Throwback is from February of 1997 for WWF's "In Your House" PPV number 13 "Fatal Four Way"

Feb 12, 202301:10:10
Episode 474 Geniuses, Giants and Twin Hebners...OH MY!

Episode 474 Geniuses, Giants and Twin Hebners...OH MY!

This week the show opens with a tribute to The "Genius" Lanny Poffo who sadly passed away yesterday. Phil explains why meteorologists have the best job. reviewing this years Royal Rumble and previewing this weekends NXT "Vengeance Day" PPV. This weeks Throwback is the 35th anniversary of the infamous rematch from Wrestlemania 3 with Hulk Hogan defending the WWF championship vs. Andre The Giant!!

Feb 04, 202301:18:07
Episode 473 Listening To The Winds Of Title Changes

Episode 473 Listening To The Winds Of Title Changes

The show opens with a tribute to the late great Jay Briscoe who tragically past away earlier this week. Phil reveals a medical scare he had and previews the Pro Wrestling NOAH card for the Great Muta's final match this weekend. The Throwback this are a few title changes that happened on weekly television during Phil's childhood including the 39th anniversary of the birth of HULKAMANIA!

Jan 21, 202301:09:16
Episode 472 "I don't sell dixie cups at the K-store..BAY-BAY"

Episode 472 "I don't sell dixie cups at the K-store..BAY-BAY"

This week Phil tries to wrap his around Vince McMahon possibly selling the WWE to the Saudi's. Stefanie McMahon gets out again while the getting is good and the product in a whole currently. Adam Cole (BAY-BAY) returns to AEW this week which brings out an interesting point of view from Bully Ray of "Busted Open" on Sirius XM regarding heels and how they should be received. The Throwback this week is the Royal Rumble from January of 2003

Jan 13, 202301:34:06
Episode 471 Some New Year's Fun In The Sun

Episode 471 Some New Year's Fun In The Sun

Kicking off the new year as Phil review's this weeks NJPW's "Wrestle Kingdom 17" & "New Years" Dash events, The Great Muta's final singles match at a Pro Wrestling NOAH card and Phil also reviews the new Bruno Sammartino documentary. This week's Throwback is the 4th ever episode of "Saturday Night's Main Event" from January of 1986

Jan 07, 202301:44:56
Episode 470 All Hail The Christmas King Of Basic Cable!

Episode 470 All Hail The Christmas King Of Basic Cable!

It's the show's 10th Xmas party extravaganza. Hammer joins Phil as they talk about their favorite all time xmas presents, wrestling figs, and talk about some of the best matches of 2022. "Maniac" Matt Squires checks in with a very special Christmas road show. The boss of "Rant EM" Double A makes his final LIVE appearance on TBTB 's on the network. The Throwback is the 30th anniversary of STARRCADE 1992!

Dec 24, 202202:03:18
Episode 469 Carry On My Wayward Phil

Episode 469 Carry On My Wayward Phil

Phil gives everyone an update on the present and future of the podcast. Also, some wrasslin' talk

Dec 17, 202257:24
Episode 468 The Dungeon Of DOOM-TOBERFEST!!

Episode 468 The Dungeon Of DOOM-TOBERFEST!!

No tricks, just treats as Phil is joined by long time friend of the show Matt Squires as they do a retrospective of the WCW's "Dungeon Of Doom" stable  

Oct 25, 202202:43:36
Episode 467 It's a Scrum-a-torial!

Episode 467 It's a Scrum-a-torial!

Phil's riding solo once again and he's got a lot to say as the internet literally broke after last weeks AEW "All Out" event. 

Sep 09, 202201:47:42
Episode 466 Going "All Out" For A "Clash At The Castle"

Episode 466 Going "All Out" For A "Clash At The Castle"

Phil's riding solo this week as he gives a state of the podcast address, a little bit of a Philitorial on the comings and goings of the "Impact Playa" Then Phil previews this weekends WWE "Clash At The Castle" as well as AEW's "All Out" event

Sep 03, 202201:18:19
Episode 465 ANYBODY SEE RICHIE???

Episode 465 ANYBODY SEE RICHIE???

With co-hosts scarce @ the moment, Phil makes a hot tag to his cuz bro The "Warden" Richie Ward. Richie covers this weeks Monday Night RAW and then the boys tackle this weeks events @ AEW "Dynamite" and their world title storyline. Rich picks the 1986 Skywalkers match from the NWA's "Starrcade" event from November of 1986

Aug 26, 202202:09:47
Episode 464 Zoom-a-versary 2022

Episode 464 Zoom-a-versary 2022

The show FINALLY celebrates it's 10 year anniversary virtually as Phil is recovering from COVID-19. Phil is joined via zoom by Hammer, "Maniac" Matt Squires, The brothers Domingo, Cousin Rich, and Shalynn. This weeks Throwback is Summerslam from August of 1992

Aug 13, 202202:38:53
Episode 463 Turnbuckle Lunchbacks!!

Episode 463 Turnbuckle Lunchbacks!!

This week, Vinnie Mac finally calls it a day. The 40th Mania coming to the city of Brotherly Love. ROH / AEW reviews from this past week. Previewing this weekends Summerslam PPV and the card for Ric Flair's "Last Match" This weeks Throwback is Summerslam from August of 2002

Jul 30, 202201:30:21
Episode 462 Oh Captain, My Captain's...Bed

Episode 462 Oh Captain, My Captain's...Bed

This week, Phil's losing battle against his broken bed comes to a boiling point. NXT and AEW weekly show reviews. Jay's take on Ric Flair's "Last Match" announcement and the boys preview this weekends ROH "Death Before Dishonor" PPV. The weeks Throwback is WWE's "Vengeance" PPV from July of 2002

Jul 22, 202201:45:44
Episode 461 Humans Being

Episode 461 Humans Being

This weeks show opens celebrating the anniversary of the birth of the NWO. Vince McMahon laying out even more dough to hush up his libido. Reviewing last weeks "MITB" PPV, Last weeks AEW "Blood and Guts" and this weeks Dynamite and NXT's "Great American Bash" events. This weeks Throwback is a Madison Square Garden WWF house show from July 30th 1983. Oh and Matt Squires makes Phil cry lol

Jul 08, 202201:43:26
Episode 460 Another Star Spangled Phil-a-torial

Episode 460 Another Star Spangled Phil-a-torial

Phil drops an impromptu solo holiday edition of the Throwbacks. Quickly upon the 10th anniversary of the podcast talking about some life issues, Roe vs. Wade and R. Kelly going to jail. Some wrasslin' reviewing AEW's "Forbidden Door" & "Blood & Guts" shows. An upcoming ROH PPV announced and previewed this weekends WWE "MITB" PPV

Jul 01, 202201:21:51
Episode 459 Get The "F" Out...Of The "Forbidden Door"

Episode 459 Get The "F" Out...Of The "Forbidden Door"

On this weeks show, the aftermath and possible scenarios regarding Vince McMahon's dismissal @ WWE. Jay breaks down some of the legalities of the investigation. Triple H back at the helm over @ NXT? Previewing this weekends AEW / NJPW "Forbidden Door" PPV. Reviewing this weeks episode of "Rampage" and Phil reviews Impact's "Slammiversary" PPV from last weekend. This weeks Throwback is the WWF's "King Of The Ring" PPV from June of 2002

Jun 24, 202201:37:39
Episode 458 Total...Nonstop...Allegations

Episode 458 Total...Nonstop...Allegations

This week Vince McMahon steps down as the chairman of WWE due to allegations of an extramarital affair leading to an impending investigation. AEW opening the "Forbidden Door" a bit more just in time for next weeks PPV. Jeff Hardy AGAIN falls off the wagon. This weeks Throwback is the 20th anniversary of the very first NWA-TNA event from June of 2002.

Jun 18, 202202:05:02
Episode 457 DING DONG! It's Guts & Glory!

Episode 457 DING DONG! It's Guts & Glory!

This week, a full slate of current news and Jay becomes a homeowner! Talking all things AEW with a new championship introduced, and setting things up for the "Forbidden Door" PPV. Reviewing last weeks NXT's "IYH" event and WWE's "Hell In A Cell" PPV. Phil also has some choice word for Mr. Jim Cornette. This weeks Throwback is WCW's "Clash Of Champions" episode 7 from June of 1989

Jun 10, 202201:48:52
Episode 456 Don't work yourself into a shoot!

Episode 456 Don't work yourself into a shoot!

On this weeks show. MJF rocks the wrestling world with an amazing work/shoot promo laying down a foundation for a generation to come. We review this past weekends AEW "Double Or Nothing" PPV, the weekly shows. NJPW's BOTSJ finals from this morning with a few surprises and returns and preview this weekends "Hell In A Cell" PPV. This weeks throwback is an episode of WWF's "Superstars" from June 6th 1992

Jun 03, 202201:58:33
Episode 455: #WhoWritesThisS$%T?

Episode 455: #WhoWritesThisS$%T?

Hammer makes a surprise run in filling in for Jay this week. The boys talk about the tragedy in Texas this past week. Talking all things current including WWE, NXT, and previewing this weekends AEW "Double Or Nothing" PPV. This weeks Throwback is WCW's "Slamboree" event from May of 1993

May 28, 202201:50:24
Episode 453 The Greatest Rematch Ever?

Episode 453 The Greatest Rematch Ever?

Chops is stuck @ work but the crew is back at Studio P. Recapping the 80’s convention from last week. AEW news with CM Punk heeling it up locally this week and then trolls KENTA. Recapping the week in WWE including last weeks Backlash “Premium Live Event”…ugh but the event was solid. Then presented the question Which wrestling rematch were you last excited for? Sunny going to jail for a long time and Bill Demott tries to chime in on it. This weeks throwback is Wrestlewar89 from May 7th 1989

May 14, 202202:06:24
Episode 452 Another Convention, Another Coin Named Susan

Episode 452 Another Convention, Another Coin Named Susan

The boys broadcasted LIVE from Tommy Fiero’s 80’s wrestling convention with help from the Brothers Domingo and Mickey D. Friend of the show Ron Singh talking all things custom with his amazing figures and back drops. Rob’s roaming microphone finds himself with a cosplay crew of heels. Jay scores a coin named Susan from a vending machine and has a heartfelt one on one with Jake “The Snake” Roberts. The show concludes with an awesome impromptu interview with “Pretty” Paul Roma

May 08, 202204:00:53
Episode 451 There Must Be A Better Way

Episode 451 There Must Be A Better Way

Phil’s riding solo this week giving ya’ll a pseudo Phillatorial then dropping all the news and results of the week

Apr 23, 202201:13:14
Episode 450 BUSSIN’

Episode 450 BUSSIN’

Chops & Phil are back @ studio P just talking all things current including the direction of the weekly WWE programming, AEW & NJPW announce a joint PPV event for this June, and why is there no love for Hangman Page?

Apr 22, 202201:23:40