Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast Ep. 90 - USWA 6/20/91: Awesome Kong Arrives!

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On Episode #90 of the Retro Wrestling Re-View USWA Podcast, the crew breaks down another week of early-90s USWA television including Memphis style gimmick matches, barroom fight storytelling, and the ongoing chaos surrounding multiple top feuds on the card. This week’s discussion includes a detailed look at the Barroom Brawlers vs Jeff Jarrett & Robert Fuller program, including promos centered around fighting “in their home environment” and threats to hospitalize their opponents ahead of the match. The guys also revisit fallout from recent specialty matches, including highlights of the infamous mud hole tag match, including discussion of Dr. Tom, Tony Anthony, Eric Embry interference, and how the mud pit spots were structured for maximum drama rather than just chaos. Also discussed this week: Promos from Jeff Jarrett and Robert Fuller - plus BT gets another response from Jeff Jarrett answering a recent question Character authenticity discussion, including commentary on personalities like Reggie B being “the gimmick is the real guy” type characters The episode also touches on the broader USWA landscape at the time, including: Lawler shifting focus in his feud positioning Incoming challengers entering the title picture Recap discussion of Nashville house show results and how they tied into TV storytelling Match results and discussion also reference: Bill Dundee working against rotating “monster / gimmick” opponents (when they show up) Jarrett & Fuller regaining tag team momentum in street fight conditions Embry interference continuing to play into major match finishes and story progression FOR TONS OF EXCLUSIVE RETRO WRESTLING CONTENT: Check out our Patreon at www.patreon.com/retrowrestlingarchive Check out www.retrowrestlingarchive.club for all of our social media, merch stores, and everything related to our content and podcasts