Brady Hicks has been writing about wrestling for more than 15 years, for Web sites, newspapers, and magazines. He is a contributing writer for Pro Wrestling Illustrated, and the host of his renowned wrestling radio program, IN THE ROOM.
Welcome one, welcome all to another edition of IN THE ROOM. This week, Brady Hicks, Derrick McDonald, and Ray Bogusz are joined by former WWE, TNA, WCW, and ECW star Vito LoGrasso. Find out what’s been going on in Big Vito’s life since we’ve last seen him on TV … from movie opportunities to wrestling to mentoring the future of the sport. All that plus Vito’s thoughts on young wrestlers today, both those under contract and those looking to be signed to WWE or TNA, Vito’s perspective on his own career to date and what he would still like to accomplish, plus the idea of training WWE’s developmental stars. All that, plus open phone lines for two hours, and Brady and the gang talk CHIKARA, a very memorable Raw with Mr. McMahon, their thoughts about the Legends Convention, and MTV’s Girl Talk. All that, plus so … much … more. Thanks, as always, for the support!
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We’re back with another edition of IN THE ROOM, this week featuring our very special guest and good friend of the show Zach Gowen of WWE fame. Gowen’s story is a truly remarkable one and anyone who is not familiar will definitely want to check it out. At just 8 years old, Tenacious Z lost his leg to cancer, then went on to have a distinguished career as a high-flying star! What was it like for Gowen to be in the ring with guys like Hulk Hogan, Roddy Piper, Vince McMahon, and Brock Lesnar less than a year into his career? What’s the story behind his awesome “Kicking it with the Kids” anti-bullying message? Plus, Zach’s experiences teaming with Gregory Iron to form “The Handicapped Heroes,” competing in New Moon Rising Wrestling, and so … much … more. Plus, Brady Hicks, Anthony Sarlo, and Ray Bogusz take more of a look at Curtis Axel, WWE Raw from last night, erotic fiction, and a truly memorable Bleacher Report article courtesy of Mike Bessler. It was a fun show. Thanks, as always, for the support!
This week IN THE ROOM, Brady Hicks and Co. are joined by former Navy Officer – and TNA star – Jesse Neal. What are Neal’s thoughts on his run with TNA, his Ink Inc. partnership with Shannon Moore, training at the Team-3D Academy, the importance of having a different look, and what it was like to be onboard the USS Cole on the fateful day it was attacked in 2000? Plus, what went wrong with TNA … and is there ever a shot at going back?! In addition, East Coast Wrestling Association booker Joe Zanolle checks in to run down ECWA Super 8, April 13, 2013 in Newark, Delaware, and announces the plan for the eighth and final spot in the tournament! All that, plus one lucky fan claims NMRW “Brawl for it All” tickets for this Saturday, January 19th at The Proving Grounds, 1030 Delsea Dr. Building 4W in Westville, NJ. Plus, Brady and the gang take callers for almost two hours. Thanks for the support!
What a week for IN THE ROOM as Brady Hicks and the gang sit down to talk to World Professional Wrestling star Zac Conner, headed into the company’s 2012 Flamingo Cup tag team tournament. And, speaking of tag teams, Brady goes one-on-one with one-half of the top tag team in the world today, in Christopher Daniels. What are “The Fallen Angel”‘s thoughts on teaming with close friend Kazarian and the health of tag wrestling on the whole? Plus, is he finally be on the cusp of the TNA World Heavyweight Title? In addition, Brady, Derrick, Ray, and Anthony debate tag team chemistry, compare The Miz and Wade Barrett, argue NWA’s title legacy, preview the 2012 Who’s Slammy Awards, and take it all in as Harry Barnett and Ratboy finally go at it. All that, and so … much … more! Thanks for the support and thanks to those who called in! Donate to Derrick!
Wow … just wow. This week IN THE ROOM, Brady Hicks is joined by Stacy “The Kat” Carter (excerpts below), as she updates the fans on Jerry Lawler‘s health situation. The gang also welcomes former ECW star Tony Mamaluke, as he runs down a fantastic career that spanned ECW, WWE, WCW, and TNA. What are Tony’s thoughts on his extreme legacy, being a “comedy” guy, extreme reunions, and being a part of the East Coast Wrestling Association (ECWA), where he will make his debut this Saturday, September 15th at the ECWA 45th Anniversary Show in Newark, Delaware. Plus, Northeast Wrestling (NEW) announcer – and Brady’s PWI colleague – Gerry Strauss hops IN THE ROOM to talk about NEW’s “Wrestling Under the Stars” show, September 15th in Fishkill, New York … a show that will feature Hulk Hogan! In addition, Brady and the gang offer up the WWE Night of Champions pay-per-view predictions, and so … much … more. Thanks, as always, for the support!
This week, another landmark edition of IN THE ROOM as Pro Wrestling Illustrated contributing writer Brady Hicks, with Derrick McDonald, welcome former TNA valet – and current independent wrestling sensation – Santana Garrett on the show. Garrett, for those who are unfamiliar, is the woman from Orlando Jordan’s threesome group down in TNA in 2010. Not only that, however, but she is a second-generation star who has been tearing up the independent wrestling scene in Florida and the Midwest, most recently even appearing for the new SHINE promotion on iPPV. Find out what this trainee of Larry Zbyszko and Scott Hall has to say about being a woman in the business, trying to catch a break, touring with TNA, and getting to wrestle Sara Del Ray, MsChief, and Mercedes Martinez despite her still-young career. Plus, Brady and Derrick tackle what they liked (and didn’t) about the 1,000th eppy of Raw. All that and so … much … more. Thanks, as always, for the support!
This week, independent star Joey “Magnum” Ryan steps IN THE ROOM, fresh off appearances on TNA Wrestling for its IMPACT Gut Check Challenge. What are Joey’s thoughts on being called out by Taz on national television, how TNA handled the situation (and should have), what else is in store for Joey moving forward, and where exactly the origins of “Magnum” came from. Plus, a special WWE No Way Out pre-game featuring the return of DJ and Mike Bessler alongside Brady Hicks, Derrick McDonald, and Anthony Sarlo. Check it out as the gang talks ppv predictions, The Great Khali, The Big Show, and Christian on TNA Slammiversary. All that and so much more. Plus … Vinny DiBenedetto of Wrestlers Rescue stops by to talk about a special Jeff Jarrett guitar auction to benefit Kamala, and midwest indie wrestler “Gentleman” John Campbell calls in. Thanks, as always, for the support!
This week … a VERY special episode of IN THE ROOM on WEXP 1600 AM Philly and www.thebradyhicks.com, as Brady Hicks welcomes TNA stars AJ Styles (for the second time) and Crimson IN THE ROOM to talk all about the progress TNA has been making, as well as to hype up their appearances at Lockdown this past Sunday night in Nashville. In addition, Brady, Derrick, and Mr. Akbaz talk lots of Brock Lesnar, TNA Lockdown, WWE bringing up young stars to Smackdown, and so much more. Special thanks to TNA for allowing its talent to once again step IN THE ROOM … and to AJ and Crimson for being candid and outspoken. And thank you to the listeners … as always … for the support!
