The history is unfortunately the lowest viewed videos. The clickbait and trolling has it's own following of people Jim considers mark's. It pays his bills
I like both. I like some of what current WWE is offering, I love the history content, and when I need to kill time the shit on AEW content with a good ole Cornette rant is fantastic.
When traveling those 2 lane roads in Louisiana it was almost a guarantee that you would get behind a farmer that was driving 45 mph in his worn out truck.
And the farmer will swear up and down that "my truck runs just fine it still gets me where I need to go" sure does while in the process making everyone else late 😆
Im 43 and I still have (and cherish) my mail away hooded Cobra Commander from '83. Of coarse mom had to order it for me since I was only 3. I slightly saddened Corny didn't seem to be aware of 3 3/4 Joe's. Thanks mom. RIP. All y'all go ahead and laugh and crack wise if you like. IDGAF. ✌️
Long time fan jim and Bryan. Love the shows. Always listening. I start my day with the drive through and end my day with the experience. Would love a shout out on either show soon. Big fan Damien from California. Yeet
Gi Joe as a 3 3/4" line was reintroduced in early 1982 and by December 1983, not only were we 2 years into its run, some of the 1984 product line was already on shelves.
Jesus how many times did Hercules get sold by managers? Cornette in Mid-South, and at least 3 times o can think of in the WWF. Blassie to Slick (although Slick bought all of Blassie’s guys, not just Hercules), Slick to Heenan, and then Heenan sold him to DiBiase to be his slave.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:58 Jim *Cornette reflects on his involvement in Midsouth wrestling in December 1983, marking the debut of The Midnight Express.* 02:32 Cornette *discusses his lowest earning week in wrestling, making $75 in December 1983 due to changes in booking and the reduction of shows.* 04:43 In *December 1983, Cornette received a Hanukkah gift while in Lexington, Kentucky, and managed The Midnight Express against The Fabulous Ones.* 07:30 Cornette *shares details about the fluctuating wrestling business, mentioning talent trades and the impact on territories like Memphis and Louisiana.* 08:09 Reflecting *on the transition to Midsouth, Cornette managed Dennis Condrey and Norvell Austin against The Fabulous Ones, expressing mixed feelings about leaving Memphis.* 10:52 Cornette *addresses concerns about fan reactions in Midsouth, where fellow wrestlers warned him about potential harm or violence.* 12:27 Despite *financial challenges, Cornette discusses his anticipation of the move to Midsouth and the mixed emotions of leaving familiar territories.* 15:17 Cornette *shares his initial impressions of Midsouth TV, praising announcers Boyd Pierce and Jim Ross, though noting the challenges of the TV setup in a gym.* 21:05 Cornette *reflects on the professionalism of Midsouth TV tapings, emphasizing the live-to-tape format, the role of Bill Watts, and the structured order of events.* 23:56 Cornette *discusses the growth of Midsouth's audience, mentioning the transition to the Irish McNeil Boys Club for TV tapings, providing an arena-like atmosphere.* 25:25 Jim *Cornette discusses the challenge of working with a dry, unresponsive talent during local interviews in 1983.* 27:45 Cornette *shares an example of Reer Bowen's unique announcing style from 1983 Mid-South Wrestling, describing it as reminiscent of a 1930s radio announcer.* 29:26 Dennis *Condrey, the leader of the group at the time, was positive about the Midnight Express's success in Mid-South Wrestling due to their distinct style and presentation.* 32:48 Cornette *recounts an incident in Houston where an unplanned finish almost led to a riot, highlighting the unpredictability of live events.* 37:17 Cornette *explains his learning process in delivering strap shots and the challenges of adapting to different opponents in the wrestling business.* 41:45 Cornette *reflects on his transition from managing to wrestling, acknowledging the lack of an "entrance strategy" and the necessity of leaving a territory to reinvent oneself.* 42:27 Cornette *talks about his last match in the Tennessee territory against Rough House Fargo, expressing a mix of nostalgia and irony in facing one of his childhood favorites.* 46:45 Cornette *provides historical context on the wrestling landscape in Louisiana, detailing its transition from a less prominent territory to a significant part of Bill Watts' Mid-South Wrestling.* 50:08 Bill *Watts cultivated and transformed the Mid-South wrestling territory, drawing significant crowds in Louisiana, especially at the Superdome.* 51:20 Wrestlers *lived in Alexandria for convenience, as it was centrally located in Louisiana, reducing travel distances.* 54:03 Cornette *recalls a challenging experience when searching for a hotel in Alexandria on Christmas Eve with limited options.* 56:37 The *Downtown Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans was a historic venue with safety concerns due to its location and incidents involving fans and wrestlers.* 59:52 Despite *safety concerns, the Downtown Auditorium was one of the last venues of the old-time Louisiana wrestling tradition, drawing large crowds during the Junkyard Dog's heyday.* 01:02:47 Security *measures, including police barricades, were implemented in the Downtown Auditorium due to past incidents and provided a safer environment for wrestlers.* 01:05:37 The *Downtown Auditorium in New Orleans was essential for wrestling in the area, and despite safety concerns, it remained a significant venue for drawing crowds.* 01:09:41 Despite *initial concerns, The Midnight Express made a substantial $175 each for an underneath match in New Orleans, showcasing the territory's unique payment patterns.* 01:10:38 Wrestlers *received their paychecks on Wednesday mornings at interviews in Shreveport, with the first check being two weeks delayed as a precautionary measure.* 01:12:46 Cornette *discusses handling entrance music for The Midnight Express, including using a boom box and always having cassette tapes in case the venue lacked proper equipment.* 01:14:39 - *Jim Cornette discusses the significance of music in wrestling during the Midsouth era, highlighting 1984 as the year Midsouth fully embraced music, not only for ring entrances but also in music videos, influenced by the MTV era.* 01:17:36 - *Cornette recounts his wrestling week, including shows in Monroe, Shreveport, and the unusual experience in Buxy, Mississippi, where they performed in a large venue with a disappointingly small crowd.* 01:22:12 - *Cornette discusses the unique approach of Bobby Eaton and Dennis Condrey not doing local promos in Shreveport, making them stand out among other wrestlers managed by him. * 01:27:27 - *Cornette reflects on the challenges and surprises of the wrestling week, emphasizing the varying crowd sizes, venues, and experiences, including a memorable night in Houston, Texas.* 01:35:11 - *On New Year's Eve, Cornette and his team perform in Oklahoma City's Myriad Arena, stunned by the impressive venue and the unexpectedly large audience of over 8,000 people, making it a memorable end to the challenging week.* 01:38:53 Jim *Cornette explains the travel arrangements in Midsouth Wrestling, highlighting the $125 trans allowance for trips to Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Despite the challenging schedule and initial concerns, Cornette reveals a surprising bonus that elevated their weekly earnings, emphasizing the unpredictability of the wrestling business.* 01:39:36 Cornette *breaks down the week's earnings, detailing the trans allowance and a bonus, resulting in a $1,000 payday. He reflects on the ups and downs of the first week in Midsouth Wrestling, showcasing the potential for lucrative earnings promised by Watts.* 01:40:30 Cornette *expresses his initial doubts about the territory but acknowledges the realization of Watts' promises as they started doing record gates in various markets. He emphasizes the importance of bigger markets and bigger buildings in Midsouth Wrestling's success.* 01:41:53 Cornette *shares insights into the dangerous nature of Tulsa, where they started six riots and experienced intense fan reactions. As the episode concludes, he teases the upcoming discussion of 1984, a pivotal year in wrestling history, and expresses gratitude and love for the loyal audience.* 01:43:01 Cornette *humorously references Vince McMahon's 1983 Christmas greeting guarantee and looks forward to the significant developments expected in 1984. He reflects on the transformative journey from making $75 a week to being a key figure in Midsouth Wrestling's success.* 01:44:26 Cornette *concludes the episode with heartfelt wishes for Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, expressing love for the audience and acknowledging the support that makes the show possible.* Made with HARPA AI
Keep the classic wrestling talk coming back it's a whole lot better than the Current shit especially AEW no wonder why WWE is kicking aew's ass with stars can't wait for Jim's reaction to the rock returning last night on raw.
@@chico1680i honestly can't wait for that match because how many times over the years have we heard about that match happening and it doesn't hopefully it happens this year so we can put this behind us.
I loved Reisor Bowden. He was such a staple for mid south wrestling. While he may have had a much more dry personality when we would get our local promos every other commercial break I always anticipated hearing from Reisor of what the next house show card would be which fof us was Little Rock, Pine Bluff, Russellville or another Arkansas spot show town like Dequeen, Searcy, Hampton , Hope and others. While Little Rock had a regular house announcer every so often we would have an actual Mid South TV personality to handle announce duties. Boyd Pierce and good ole Jim Ross came a couple of times each and one time Reisor came. He would talk with fans prior to bell times and during intermission and he was a very nice man to everyone. Boyd also loved to meet with the fans. I enjoyed as a kid the MId South personalities as much as the wrestlers. Met referees Jerry Usher, Rick Ferrera, Alfred Neeley, Johnny Martinez, Ronnie West, Tommy Gilbert and Carl Fergie. Carl was very quiet , Tommy was super nice, Ronnie, Johnny and Alfred were all very nice. Rick Ferrera was kind of crabby and crotchety and Jerry Usher was like a heel referee in person. I know Grizzly Smith was occupied with his work overseeing all the business aspects of every house show but Grizzly was not very friendly to young children. I won't comment further about him. But seeing all of these in person that we watched on television has good memories etched in my mind some 40 years later. I also can't forget Randy " don't call me Pee Wee" Anderson. I did call him pee wee one night as we sat at the first 2 ringside rows mainly by the ailse where the heels came to the ring. I called him Pee Wee and he said " you better shut your mouth boy" That was a lot of fun
I'm glad Corny finally put the caveat "rock music" because neither the Freebirds or Midnight Express were the first to use entrance music. Gorgeous George used Pomp and Circumstance in the 40s
@@davidkelling159 I get it to an extent. I don’t think he necessarily misses the schedule, but he misses that general time period in his life. Jim and the Midnight Express were on FIRE back then and I’m sure there’s a part of Jim that longs for those old days (I don’t mean that to be dismissive in any way, anybody would feel the same way in his situation). Combine that with the fact that his friends are slowly but surely dying off, and it’s easy to see why he looks back on those days with rose-tinted glasses
With how the payoffs were, with the exception of probably the very top guys, most wrestlers would have had to have had second jobs to meet ends meet. Road schedule was what it was so that they wouldn't have to. A double edged sword, really.
I feel like Henry in 'Time Enough at Last'. There's never enough time. I needed to lock myself in a bank vault so I could listen to all the Omnibuses and content over the break. Alas, I'm back to work. Time, time, time there's never enough time.
I saw the Fantastics vs. Midnight Express in a Scaffle match Loser Leaves Town and Cornette got on the Scaffle and when Boddy & Dennis fell off the Scaffle, Jim was hanging from the Scaffle and when he fell off, he landed so deep into the ring the ring catapult Jim way up in the air and he landed on his back.
I looked up the X-men tas headquarters toy that I got for Christmas and show a video that was released in 1995. So I was 3 or 4 when I got that present. X-men tas was and is my favorite show and I'm glad it's coming.
Shouldnt we be asking what Chris Irvine's employer and whatever local D.A. has jurisdiction have to say, rather than some old guy making money off of videos? Lets get some priorities people.
We are fans not personally effected or with knowledge to help authorities.... waiting for cornettes analysis is the appropriate thing to do. What do you expect us to do?
@@2masterofpuppets2 lol Yeah you're right! Along with the gremlin from the Shatner plane episode, right? I think they used those similar designs in the episode with the rich old man, giving his greedy family mask and making their "outside look like their inside". Lol I just remember watching repeats as a kid, noticing basic similarities, and reductively calling them all "Pig Face Masks". As well as The Phantom of the Opera.
I would call Vince McMahon and Bill Watts the greatest promoters of all time for how they were able to create stars, fill buildings, increase ratings, create best storylines and create a very popular nationwide syndication
You don't have to be explained what war is to get some toys. In WWF crooked referees returned back the next week. Earl Hebner and Danny Davis both came back within a year or two of being involved in high profile angles.
I can see why JC is so loyal to Watts...Watts took him from essentially AA ball where he was getting starved and gave him a shot at the big time with a chance to make real money
Watts granddaughter was at my apt last week. We’re friends. Lol also oKc got their nba team in 08 . The myriad was a convention center / arena where semi pro basketball was played , concerts etc..
I know we always for the Jericho Vid …. I wish he did a review on Iron claw it was great even if they cut out Chris Von Erich off the movie but the then that it was great
Jim Cornette and Brian Last are the only people I hear wax poetically about Jerry Jerrett and Memphis wrestling. Everyone else talks about how awful it was and how broke they were in a terrible territory for payoffs. They also talk about how integral Jimmy Hart was to every big angle. But when Jimmy talks about Memphis he says how awful the money was and his first checks with WWF completely changed his lifestyle where he didn’t have to worry about having money to eat
Most of the people you've heard talking about Memphis over the past twenty years have been people who were there in the late 80s/early to mid 90s when business was dying. In the 70s to early 80s when Corny was shooting pictures and getting his first breaks in the business, it was a big, hot territory. It was never the biggest money territory for anyone but Lawler, but that was never why people went to Memphis anyway. And everyone who went to New York found the money spectacular. They ran some of the biggest buildings in the country on a monthly basis and when Hart went up there, the expansion had already begun in earnest. I think it's easy to bitch about being in the opening match in Memphis and only making $25 a night, but very few of the guys who bitch about it would say they didn't learn a ton while they were there.
They didn’t get paid shit, Jim grew up on Memphis though. It was like a dream come true for him and he wasn’t there very long, as a talent, either. Not to mention, his mother and the Jarretts were close friends.
@@LockedonWrestling That's how the business worked in the 70's and 80's you might only stay one, maybe 2 years if you were lucky in one company. Unless you were a tippy top guy that only needed to work his own area.
What explaining does he have to do? So far its a non story. He allegedly hit on a woman in his hotel room. That's probably not good for his marriage, but name 1 wrestler that didn't cheat on their wives, Cornette literally brags about doing it. No crimes were committed that we know of.
@@davey3884 You're right, no crime committed. But, that's not the issue. The issue is in Jericho inviting the woman up to his room under the false pretenses of it being a group gathering when his only motivation was to get her alone to fuck. Nothing criminal but, certainly creepy and immoral. He could have just hit on her standing in line at catering and it would have been fine but, he went the creepy route
@@davey3884 He's in an open marriage going by his own words, so there's obviously something he doesn't want out. And the woman also quit TNA immediately when they started working with AEW. there's smoke.
Cannot wait for the three main things to start 2024... 1. The Rock literally challenging Roman Reigns 2. MJF losing the the title at AEW World's End and now being free agent 3. Chris Jericho having alligance against him for he done Kylie Rae when she was AEW
I don't speak for the entire cult of cornette, but for me..i don't really need to know about corneys schedule from 83 lol... i know they have lots of more videos coming but my god it feels like a taint tickle thats gone on too long 😂
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I love these look backs at Jim's years on the road!!
Love hearing what Jim was doing when I was born!
I just celebrated my 40th birthday!!!
Best way to ring in the new year!! The real Corny shit the fans come for! No modern horse shit that no one cares about! Thanks Jim and Brian!
I dread when we have to hear about the AEW vrap
I try to avoid all talk of AEW and other modern "wrestling"
The history is unfortunately the lowest viewed videos. The clickbait and trolling has it's own following of people Jim considers mark's. It pays his bills
I like both. I like some of what current WWE is offering, I love the history content, and when I need to kill time the shit on AEW content with a good ole Cornette rant is fantastic.
@mikev4439 i listen to Cornys AEW stuff when that's all there is. For sure Corny talking about it is better than actually watching it!
I love hearing Mid-South Wrestling stories! I was born and raised in Shreveport and went to the matches at Municipal Auditorium every Friday Night
When traveling those 2 lane roads in Louisiana it was almost a guarantee that you would get behind a farmer that was driving 45 mph in his worn out truck.
Sounds like an everyday thing in Wisconsin.
And the farmer will swear up and down that "my truck runs just fine it still gets me where I need to go" sure does while in the process making everyone else late 😆
@DavidMiller-xk6im it runs just fine as long as they don't go over 50mph 😂
The guy on the left in the thumbnail looks like Bryan Alvarez
That's not his JOB!!!
Omg he kinda does lmao
@@chico1680 that was Both Brian's running joke because of what Alveraz told "uncle Dave" last week.
The green one is Uncle Dave 😂😂
@@marvinleong5902 that's not my job!!
this is such a great clip, thanks. More content like this, please
Oh hell yeah, Travis! I've been watching Syfy's Twilight Zone marathon all weekend!
Travis the Arteest delivers in a pinch.😎
Im 43 and I still have (and cherish) my mail away hooded Cobra Commander from '83. Of coarse mom had to order it for me since I was only 3. I slightly saddened Corny didn't seem to be aware of 3 3/4 Joe's. Thanks mom. RIP. All y'all go ahead and laugh and crack wise if you like. IDGAF. ✌️
Use me as a “We still waiting on that Chris Jericho vid” button
Probably has to run it past Stephen P New first
Grow up ya nerd MARK!
Hearsay regarding a women allegedly turning down a man three years ago is NOT "news".
Get out of the house more ya goof .
And the kevin dunn leaving wwe!
I'm not. I don't want to hear about someone getting drug through the mud because some mid chick with mental health issues decided to lie about him.
@@littleCarmine It is, because if he didn't have that meltdown mentioning NDA's, someone wouldn't have mentioned the NDA's he's made others sign. lol
These are my absolute favorite clips
I got to the part about Biloxi, MS as I was passing the Biloxi water tower on I-10. Weird timing.
This was a phenomenal listen ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
5:39 “So were people like, ya know, giving you god damn sex toys when you were nine?” 😂😂
Long time fan jim and Bryan. Love the shows. Always listening. I start my day with the drive through and end my day with the experience. Would love a shout out on either show soon. Big fan Damien from California. Yeet
Why don't more ex wrestlers talk about this? I want to hear about the fast food, diners, groupies, etc
Probably because it's been 30 plus years and the guys probably won't remember all of what went down.
Gi Joe as a 3 3/4" line was reintroduced in early 1982 and by December 1983, not only were we 2 years into its run, some of the 1984 product line was already on shelves.
Reisor Bowden was great. Also hosted "Dialing For Dollars" during the afternoon movie.
Jesus how many times did Hercules get sold by managers? Cornette in Mid-South, and at least 3 times o can think of in the WWF. Blassie to Slick (although Slick bought all of Blassie’s guys, not just Hercules), Slick to Heenan, and then Heenan sold him to DiBiase to be his slave.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:58 Jim *Cornette reflects on his involvement in Midsouth wrestling in December 1983, marking the debut of The Midnight Express.*
02:32 Cornette *discusses his lowest earning week in wrestling, making $75 in December 1983 due to changes in booking and the reduction of shows.*
04:43 In *December 1983, Cornette received a Hanukkah gift while in Lexington, Kentucky, and managed The Midnight Express against The Fabulous Ones.*
07:30 Cornette *shares details about the fluctuating wrestling business, mentioning talent trades and the impact on territories like Memphis and Louisiana.*
08:09 Reflecting *on the transition to Midsouth, Cornette managed Dennis Condrey and Norvell Austin against The Fabulous Ones, expressing mixed feelings about leaving Memphis.*
10:52 Cornette *addresses concerns about fan reactions in Midsouth, where fellow wrestlers warned him about potential harm or violence.*
12:27 Despite *financial challenges, Cornette discusses his anticipation of the move to Midsouth and the mixed emotions of leaving familiar territories.*
15:17 Cornette *shares his initial impressions of Midsouth TV, praising announcers Boyd Pierce and Jim Ross, though noting the challenges of the TV setup in a gym.*
21:05 Cornette *reflects on the professionalism of Midsouth TV tapings, emphasizing the live-to-tape format, the role of Bill Watts, and the structured order of events.*
23:56 Cornette *discusses the growth of Midsouth's audience, mentioning the transition to the Irish McNeil Boys Club for TV tapings, providing an arena-like atmosphere.*
25:25 Jim *Cornette discusses the challenge of working with a dry, unresponsive talent during local interviews in 1983.*
27:45 Cornette *shares an example of Reer Bowen's unique announcing style from 1983 Mid-South Wrestling, describing it as reminiscent of a 1930s radio announcer.*
29:26 Dennis *Condrey, the leader of the group at the time, was positive about the Midnight Express's success in Mid-South Wrestling due to their distinct style and presentation.*
32:48 Cornette *recounts an incident in Houston where an unplanned finish almost led to a riot, highlighting the unpredictability of live events.*
37:17 Cornette *explains his learning process in delivering strap shots and the challenges of adapting to different opponents in the wrestling business.*
41:45 Cornette *reflects on his transition from managing to wrestling, acknowledging the lack of an "entrance strategy" and the necessity of leaving a territory to reinvent oneself.*
42:27 Cornette *talks about his last match in the Tennessee territory against Rough House Fargo, expressing a mix of nostalgia and irony in facing one of his childhood favorites.*
46:45 Cornette *provides historical context on the wrestling landscape in Louisiana, detailing its transition from a less prominent territory to a significant part of Bill Watts' Mid-South Wrestling.*
50:08 Bill *Watts cultivated and transformed the Mid-South wrestling territory, drawing significant crowds in Louisiana, especially at the Superdome.*
51:20 Wrestlers *lived in Alexandria for convenience, as it was centrally located in Louisiana, reducing travel distances.*
54:03 Cornette *recalls a challenging experience when searching for a hotel in Alexandria on Christmas Eve with limited options.*
56:37 The *Downtown Municipal Auditorium in New Orleans was a historic venue with safety concerns due to its location and incidents involving fans and wrestlers.*
59:52 Despite *safety concerns, the Downtown Auditorium was one of the last venues of the old-time Louisiana wrestling tradition, drawing large crowds during the Junkyard Dog's heyday.*
01:02:47 Security *measures, including police barricades, were implemented in the Downtown Auditorium due to past incidents and provided a safer environment for wrestlers.*
01:05:37 The *Downtown Auditorium in New Orleans was essential for wrestling in the area, and despite safety concerns, it remained a significant venue for drawing crowds.*
01:09:41 Despite *initial concerns, The Midnight Express made a substantial $175 each for an underneath match in New Orleans, showcasing the territory's unique payment patterns.*
01:10:38 Wrestlers *received their paychecks on Wednesday mornings at interviews in Shreveport, with the first check being two weeks delayed as a precautionary measure.*
01:12:46 Cornette *discusses handling entrance music for The Midnight Express, including using a boom box and always having cassette tapes in case the venue lacked proper equipment.*
01:14:39 - *Jim Cornette discusses the significance of music in wrestling during the Midsouth era, highlighting 1984 as the year Midsouth fully embraced music, not only for ring entrances but also in music videos, influenced by the MTV era.*
01:17:36 - *Cornette recounts his wrestling week, including shows in Monroe, Shreveport, and the unusual experience in Buxy, Mississippi, where they performed in a large venue with a disappointingly small crowd.*
01:22:12 - *Cornette discusses the unique approach of Bobby Eaton and Dennis Condrey not doing local promos in Shreveport, making them stand out among other wrestlers managed by him. *
01:27:27 - *Cornette reflects on the challenges and surprises of the wrestling week, emphasizing the varying crowd sizes, venues, and experiences, including a memorable night in Houston, Texas.*
01:35:11 - *On New Year's Eve, Cornette and his team perform in Oklahoma City's Myriad Arena, stunned by the impressive venue and the unexpectedly large audience of over 8,000 people, making it a memorable end to the challenging week.*
01:38:53 Jim *Cornette explains the travel arrangements in Midsouth Wrestling, highlighting the $125 trans allowance for trips to Oklahoma City and Tulsa. Despite the challenging schedule and initial concerns, Cornette reveals a surprising bonus that elevated their weekly earnings, emphasizing the unpredictability of the wrestling business.*
01:39:36 Cornette *breaks down the week's earnings, detailing the trans allowance and a bonus, resulting in a $1,000 payday. He reflects on the ups and downs of the first week in Midsouth Wrestling, showcasing the potential for lucrative earnings promised by Watts.*
01:40:30 Cornette *expresses his initial doubts about the territory but acknowledges the realization of Watts' promises as they started doing record gates in various markets. He emphasizes the importance of bigger markets and bigger buildings in Midsouth Wrestling's success.*
01:41:53 Cornette *shares insights into the dangerous nature of Tulsa, where they started six riots and experienced intense fan reactions. As the episode concludes, he teases the upcoming discussion of 1984, a pivotal year in wrestling history, and expresses gratitude and love for the loyal audience.*
01:43:01 Cornette *humorously references Vince McMahon's 1983 Christmas greeting guarantee and looks forward to the significant developments expected in 1984. He reflects on the transformative journey from making $75 a week to being a key figure in Midsouth Wrestling's success.*
01:44:26 Cornette *concludes the episode with heartfelt wishes for Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, expressing love for the audience and acknowledging the support that makes the show possible.*
Made with HARPA AI
I was gonna say this read like AI. "Reer Bowen"? "Buxy, Mississippi"?
Love the homage to famous episodes of Twilight Zone in the artwork by Travis!
reecer bowden was friggin GREAT. he was PERFECT! yin to the yangs. He was the Marty Oneil of the southwest
Was just watching some Twilight Zone today! Great work as usual fron Travis
Travis the Arteest 😎 always 😂
"OR SHOULD I SIT AT THE HEAD OF THE TABLE?"
Jim would mark out and Brian Last continued to be a sore loser
Dude why does the guy in the white look like Brian Alvarez lmao I can't unsee it
I saw Jim at Barton Coliseum in Little Rock in 1983.
My grandmother house to sit across the railroad tracks from the civil center in Monroe. We used to watch wrestling matches all the time.
Cornette can lay claim to being the one and only real manager of the midnight express and the heavenly bodies. Greatness
Please keep doing these
Waiting on Chris Jericho and Bucky Beaver ASAP.
More Mid-South Wrestling stories please! How about a show about Reeser & Boyd? I bet u got stories about them
That blooper moment was also later put into Mid-South Wrestling commercials. With Reeser doing a voice-over on it.
I miss the Mid South Podcast!!!
3 year olds are trained to be adults.
Kids are Cornette's kryptonite.
That why he didn't have any kids 😂😂
Great drawing as always! I watched the Twilight Zone all weekend😊
Same!
Keep the classic wrestling talk coming back it's a whole lot better than the Current shit especially AEW no wonder why WWE is kicking aew's ass with stars can't wait for Jim's reaction to the rock returning last night on raw.
WWE is cooking on another level. Rock vs Roman is gonna probably break some records
@@chico1680i honestly can't wait for that match because how many times over the years have we heard about that match happening and it doesn't hopefully it happens this year so we can put this behind us.
@@littleCarminei absolutely agree.
Sorry I missed you on the Wrestling News. Now back to Corny!!
@@benespinosa6725 agreed
I loved Reisor Bowden. He was such a staple for mid south wrestling. While he may have had a much more dry personality when we would get our local promos every other commercial break I always anticipated hearing from Reisor of what the next house show card would be which fof us was Little Rock, Pine Bluff, Russellville or another Arkansas spot show town like Dequeen, Searcy, Hampton , Hope and others. While Little Rock had a regular house announcer every so often we would have an actual Mid South TV personality to handle announce duties. Boyd Pierce and good ole Jim Ross came a couple of times each and one time Reisor came. He would talk with fans prior to bell times and during intermission and he was a very nice man to everyone. Boyd also loved to meet with the fans. I enjoyed as a kid the MId South personalities as much as the wrestlers. Met referees Jerry Usher, Rick Ferrera, Alfred Neeley, Johnny Martinez, Ronnie West, Tommy Gilbert and Carl Fergie. Carl was very quiet , Tommy was super nice, Ronnie, Johnny and Alfred were all very nice. Rick Ferrera was kind of crabby and crotchety and Jerry Usher was like a heel referee in person. I know Grizzly Smith was occupied with his work overseeing all the business aspects of every house show but Grizzly was not very friendly to young children. I won't comment further about him. But seeing all of these in person that we watched on television has good memories etched in my mind some 40 years later. I also can't forget Randy " don't call me Pee Wee" Anderson. I did call him pee wee one night as we sat at the first 2 ringside rows mainly by the ailse where the heels came to the ring. I called him Pee Wee and he said " you better shut your mouth boy" That was a lot of fun
OKC didn’t get a NBA team until 2008 when the Seattle Sonics moved there and they played at the Ford Center (which didn’t exist yet)
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WE LOVE OLDER SHIT
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Watching the old Mid South Coliseum Monday night matches you can see little Jimmy running around taking pictures.
Kool Jim thanks for 💯
Was worlds end so bad Jim decided not to review it? Hope all is well
I'm glad Corny finally put the caveat "rock music" because neither the Freebirds or Midnight Express were the first to use entrance music. Gorgeous George used Pomp and Circumstance in the 40s
Can anybody tell me what the thumbnail is referencing? Or what it means?
NEEEEEEEEEEED that Jericho video!! Cannot wait to hear what Jim and Brian have to say about that situation
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Nice! Old school pro wrestling Cornette! Seems like all Cornette talks about lately is modern pro wrestling.
I know Jim wears it like a badge of honor, but it really is pretty awful that promoters subjected their wrestlers to these inhumane schedules
Right? Like the guy who brags about putting in a 70+ hr work week and thinks he's in his "grind" instead of realizing he's being chewed up
@@davidkelling159 I get it to an extent. I don’t think he necessarily misses the schedule, but he misses that general time period in his life. Jim and the Midnight Express were on FIRE back then and I’m sure there’s a part of Jim that longs for those old days (I don’t mean that to be dismissive in any way, anybody would feel the same way in his situation). Combine that with the fact that his friends are slowly but surely dying off, and it’s easy to see why he looks back on those days with rose-tinted glasses
With how the payoffs were, with the exception of probably the very top guys, most wrestlers would have had to have had second jobs to meet ends meet. Road schedule was what it was so that they wouldn't have to. A double edged sword, really.
Boo hoo. Just because millennials don’t like to work doesn’t mean other people don’t.
@@WyattHollidayman it’s sad, but you’re so right haha
Travis heckle has me stepping in the twilight zone
Travis the Arteest 😎 But it beats the Danger Zone!!!😂
@@williammitchell4417 as long as the bullet doesn't hit the bone🤘
@@whiteythaboss407Dammit….came here to post this. Take my upvote. I
Is this a golden earring reference haha
@@whiteythaboss407THIS IS A MADHOUSE
I feel like Henry in 'Time Enough at Last'. There's never enough time. I needed to lock myself in a bank vault so I could listen to all the Omnibuses and content over the break. Alas, I'm back to work. Time, time, time there's never enough time.
The MS Coast Coliseum, great times! When wrestling was at its best!
Jim rules
Kevin Dunn is out of WWE and we have no comments from Jim...
Where are the 1984 Schedule videos guys! Come on :D
This hour and 42 minutes is getting me through the lul of videos
That announcer they were dunking on sounded a lot like Casey Kasem
I’ve spent 24 hours doing a JC on the buses marathon and I now hate everything in the world.
You are bragging about throwing a tantrum like a spoiled, petulant child?
Heckle was sitting around watching america's yearly New Year's 'Twilight Zone' marathon, and said "I've got it!!"
"Watch the blade kid" haha
I saw the Fantastics vs. Midnight Express in a Scaffle match Loser Leaves Town and Cornette got on the Scaffle and when Boddy & Dennis fell off the Scaffle, Jim was hanging from the Scaffle and when he fell off, he landed so deep into the ring the ring catapult Jim way up in the air and he landed on his back.
We all know you are full of it and have never even lived in the states.
I looked up the X-men tas headquarters toy that I got for Christmas and show a video that was released in 1995. So I was 3 or 4 when I got that present. X-men tas was and is my favorite show and I'm glad it's coming.
Shouldnt we be asking what Chris Irvine's employer and whatever local D.A. has jurisdiction have to say, rather than some old guy making money off of videos?
Lets get some priorities people.
We are fans not personally effected or with knowledge to help authorities.... waiting for cornettes analysis is the appropriate thing to do. What do you expect us to do?
are yall going to talk about days end or not!!?
Why isn’t the mid south television review still going
Jim Brian and I have been blessed to see all from 1980-Now what a life of wrestling
😁The Twilight Zone pig face masks!? Gotta hear this...
Thats the dr from "beauty is in the eye of the behoder"
No change, no change at all!
@@2masterofpuppets2 lol Yeah you're right! Along with the gremlin from the Shatner plane episode, right? I think they used those similar designs in the episode with the rich old man, giving his greedy family mask and making their "outside look like their inside". Lol I just remember watching repeats as a kid, noticing basic similarities, and reductively calling them all "Pig Face Masks". As well as The Phantom of the Opera.
@@THE_Dodge_Morningstar i love that one! The scorn that man has for his family was amazing. I actually have the mask family on a tshirt😅
Jim might break the 1m views mark with the Jericho vid
just hearing about these shows second hand and 40 years later is head and shoulders above the pile of shit that is modern wrestling
I would call Vince McMahon and Bill Watts the greatest promoters of all time for how they were able to create stars, fill buildings, increase ratings, create best storylines and create a very popular nationwide syndication
Hate hearing grizzly smiths name. Makes my blood boil
You don't have to be explained what war is to get some toys. In WWF crooked referees returned back the next week. Earl Hebner and Danny Davis both came back within a year or two of being involved in high profile angles.
We should all have documented our lives
All this and I was just being born lol
I can see why JC is so loyal to Watts...Watts took him from essentially AA ball where he was getting starved and gave him a shot at the big time with a chance to make real money
WooWings!
Trash.
Wash em down with Whoo energy
32:48 does anyone have the date of the Houston match Corny is referencing here?
Watts granddaughter was at my apt last week. We’re friends. Lol also oKc got their nba team in 08 . The myriad was a convention center / arena where semi pro basketball was played , concerts etc..
Don’t worry Cult the Jericho video will be uploaded today or tomorrow enjoy
I will always comment on the nba related aspects of this show...OKC did not get a basketball team until 2007 😂
Depends if you count the Hornets or not. That was 2005.
@zlinedavid I always forget NO had to do that post Katrina. Still both instances are farrrrrr from 83
Getting paid two weeks is how most jobs in the US work. That's one way wrestlers are still lucky, even though most of them make a lot less.
I know we always for the Jericho Vid …. I wish he did a review on Iron claw it was great even if they cut out Chris Von Erich off the movie but the then that it was great
2 part cm punk omnibus, 16 hours lol
There’s a man on the wing!!
The World According to Jim will return after these mattress messages...
Not going to lie: just hitting refresh every hour hoping for videos dunking on Jericho and/or Dwayne.
Tulsa! Doot doot doot
🎉🎉🎉🎉
Of late i think of cornie
long schedule
If it's far left bs or far right bs F that.
Don't tell us that the DNA over the mom was Bolin?
Jim, come on! give us the goods! Bucky Beaver and Jericovid
Jim Cornette and Brian Last are the only people I hear wax poetically about Jerry Jerrett and Memphis wrestling.
Everyone else talks about how awful it was and how broke they were in a terrible territory for payoffs.
They also talk about how integral Jimmy Hart was to every big angle. But when Jimmy talks about Memphis he says how awful the money was and his first checks with WWF completely changed his lifestyle where he didn’t have to worry about having money to eat
Most of the people you've heard talking about Memphis over the past twenty years have been people who were there in the late 80s/early to mid 90s when business was dying. In the 70s to early 80s when Corny was shooting pictures and getting his first breaks in the business, it was a big, hot territory. It was never the biggest money territory for anyone but Lawler, but that was never why people went to Memphis anyway. And everyone who went to New York found the money spectacular. They ran some of the biggest buildings in the country on a monthly basis and when Hart went up there, the expansion had already begun in earnest.
I think it's easy to bitch about being in the opening match in Memphis and only making $25 a night, but very few of the guys who bitch about it would say they didn't learn a ton while they were there.
They didn’t get paid shit, Jim grew up on Memphis though. It was like a dream come true for him and he wasn’t there very long, as a talent, either. Not to mention, his mother and the Jarretts were close friends.
@@LockedonWrestling That's how the business worked in the 70's and 80's you might only stay one, maybe 2 years if you were lucky in one company. Unless you were a tippy top guy that only needed to work his own area.
Use me as a Kevin Dunn leaving WWE video button
Chris Jericho has some ‘Splaining’ to do. 👀. 🎤
What explaining does he have to do? So far its a non story. He allegedly hit on a woman in his hotel room. That's probably not good for his marriage, but name 1 wrestler that didn't cheat on their wives, Cornette literally brags about doing it. No crimes were committed that we know of.
@@davey3884 You're right, no crime committed. But, that's not the issue. The issue is in Jericho inviting the woman up to his room under the false pretenses of it being a group gathering when his only motivation was to get her alone to fuck. Nothing criminal but, certainly creepy and immoral. He could have just hit on her standing in line at catering and it would have been fine but, he went the creepy route
@@davey3884 He's in an open marriage going by his own words, so there's obviously something he doesn't want out. And the woman also quit TNA immediately when they started working with AEW. there's smoke.
@@davey3884Was it the hotel or the stadium?
@@eiephants His private lockerroom.
I’ll say it before Brian: the Rock is lame. Same old roody poo four catchphrases for the past 25 years.
I’m foaming at the mouth for this Chris Jericho video
When jim going talk about new stuff.how many vacation day you taking.alot news. And wrestling. Jim so far behind.weeks behind
Cannot wait for the three main things to start 2024...
1. The Rock literally challenging Roman Reigns
2. MJF losing the the title at AEW World's End and now being free agent
3. Chris Jericho having alligance against him for he done Kylie Rae when she was AEW
"Free agent" because everyone know he re-signed with AEW when he came back for ALL OUT 2022
He’s practicing teasing us at this point
I don't speak for the entire cult of cornette, but for me..i don't really need to know about corneys schedule from 83 lol... i know they have lots of more videos coming but my god it feels like a taint tickle thats gone on too long 😂