Grilling JR
For over forty years Jim Ross has been the Voice of Wrestling. From starting as referee in the regional territories to becoming the Executive Vice President for WWE, nobody has a story quite like Jim Ross. From recruiting and hiring some of the biggest superstars in the industry to providing the soundtrack for the most important moments in wrestling history, "Good Ole JR" was there for it all. Join us every Thursday morning as Conrad Thompson grills JR like you've never heard before, uncut and uncensored!
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Episode 324: The Voice Of Wrestling Speaks!
06/20/2025
Episode 324: The Voice Of Wrestling Speaks!
On this special LIVE edition of Grilling JR, host Conrad Thompson catches up with good ol JR about his recovery from cancer removal surgery, the biggest headlines in professional wrestling, and so much more. CARGURUS - #1 most visited car shopping site. Shop from millions of cars to find your best deal.
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Episode 323: Royal Rumble 2001 REMIX
06/19/2025
Episode 323: Royal Rumble 2001 REMIX
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, LISTEN as Jim and Conrad revisit Royal Rumble 2001, which took place on January 21, 2001 at the New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, LA. Kurt Angle is our world champion. Stone Cold has just returned from surgery. The Undertaker is the American Bad Ass. And WCW is just about to go out of business. Welcome to 2001 folks! STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code JR at #stopboxpod CARGURUS - #1 most visited car shopping site. Shop from millions of cars to find your best deal. ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit today! SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more.
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Episode 321: Developing a Dynasty
06/12/2025
Episode 321: Developing a Dynasty
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad discuss Jim's push to build a developmental program for WWE. JR shares stories of the ups and downs of putting it all together, OVW and the various other promotions,and his time working in NXT. THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code JR15 at www. TECOVAS - Get 10% off at when you sign up for email and texts BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more.
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Episode 320: The Tag Match That Changed Wrestling
06/05/2025
Episode 320: The Tag Match That Changed Wrestling
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, The Voice of Wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back to May 21st 2001 for one of the most memorable tag matches in WWE history. JR and Conrad watch back The Monday Night Raw right after Judgement Day 2001 from the Compaq Center in San Jose, CA. It’s Austin & HHH vs. Benoit & Jericho in a tag title match for the ages! HOME CHEF - For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to MY BOOKIE - What if I told you, you could put some MONEY in your bank this weekend? It’s true! Go to and use our promo code JR50 to make a bet on who you think will win BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more.
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Episode 319: Great American Bash 1991 REMIX
05/29/2025
Episode 319: Great American Bash 1991 REMIX
On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, listen as JR and Conrad revisit WCW Great American Bash from July 14, 1991 at the Baltimore Arena in Baltimore, MD. This was supposed to be Flair vs. Luger for the WCW World Title in a steel cage match, however Flair left just before this for the WWF, with the Big Gold Belt! The main event is Lex Luger vs. Barry Windham for the vacant World Championship in a Steel Cage Match. Other matches include Rick Steiner vs. Arn Anderson and Paul E. Dangerously in a steel cage match, Nikita Koloff vs. Sting in a Russian Chain match, Ron Simmons vs. Oz, and so much more! CARGURUS - #1 most visited car shopping site. Shop from millions of cars to find your best deal. ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit today! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more.
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Episode 318: Invasion REMIX
05/22/2025
Episode 318: Invasion REMIX
On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, "The Voice of Wrestling", Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back to WWF Invasion 2001 from July 22, 2001 at the Gund Arena in Cleveland, OH. This was the most successful PPV in company history that was not a WrestleMania. Topics the guys discuss include a 10-man tag team main event between Team WWF vs. Team Alliance, Steve Austin and Kurt Angle comedy, available WCW talent at the time, Booker T injuring Steve Austin, OVW developmental forming, Tough Enough, Buff Bagwell, Steve Austin defecting, and so much more! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code JR at #stopboxpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more.
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Episode 317: No Way Out 2001 REMIX
05/15/2025
Episode 317: No Way Out 2001 REMIX
On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad take us back to No Way Out 2001, which took place on on February 25, 2001 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, NV. In it, we'd see Kurt Angle vs. The Rock in the main event for the WWF Championship. Plus, HHH vs. Stone Cold in a "Three Stages of Hell" match, The Dudley Boyz vs. The Brothers of Destruction, and much more! HOME CHEF - For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to CARGURUS - #1 most visited car shopping site. Shop from millions of cars to find your best deal. TECOVAS - Get 10% off at when you sign up for email and texts ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit today! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to to learn more. ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR.
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Episode 316: BackLash 2001 REMIX
05/08/2025
Episode 316: BackLash 2001 REMIX
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, listen as JR and Conrad revisit Backlash 2001, which took place on April 29, 2001 at the Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Il. In it, we'd see a "winner take all" main event tag team match featuring WWF Champion "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and Intercontinental Champion HHH taking on the WWF Tag Team Champions, The Brothers of Destruction, Undertaker and Kane. Plus, Shane McMahon vs. Big Show in a Last Man Standing match, Chris Benoit vs. Kurt Angle in an Ultimate Submission match, and much more! THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code JR15 at #theperfectjeanpod CARGURUS - #1 most visited car shopping site. Shop from millions of cars to find your best deal. BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit today!
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Episode 315: Catching Up With JR
05/01/2025
Episode 315: Catching Up With JR
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross is back! He and Conrad play catch up on all the news and notes that's happened in professional wrestling since they last visited. JR shares his thoughts and comments on The Rock's statements on Pat McAfee and Busted Open, Cody losing his title to John Cena at WrestleMania, Logan Paul offering Stone Cold one million dollars, and so much more. JR is fired up and has a lot to say on this edition of Grilling JR. TEST X9 - Don’t let the decline continue. Visit and use code JR for 10% off. Stop the decline with Test-X9. ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit today! STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save with BOGO the StopBox Pro AND 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code JR at #stopboxpod BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 314: WrestleMania 13 REMIX
04/17/2025
Episode 314: WrestleMania 13 REMIX
On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad revisit the newly inducted WWE Hall Of Fame "Immortal Moment" match from WrestleMania XIII, which took place on March 23,1997 at the Rosemont Horizon, in Chicago, IL! In it, we'd see the legendary double-turn take place between Bret Hart and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin! Other topics include the aftermath of Shawn losing his smile, Chyna, Ken Shamrock, Sid beating Bret for the WWF Championship, Undertaker vs. Sid in the main event, ECW, and much more! STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save with BOGO the StopBox Pro AND 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code JR at #stopboxpod MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code JR15 at www.#theperfectjeanpod BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 315: WrestleMania 19 REMIX
04/15/2025
Episode 315: WrestleMania 19 REMIX
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad cover what some have called the "cursed" WrestleMania...WrestleMania 19. JR discusses the on edge moments during Steve Austin's health scare hours before the event, what was actually planned for the main event, Brock Lesnar's infamous shooting star press, and so much more. This is an episode that uncovers some much behind a super stacked WrestleMania card. HOME CHEF - For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. TEST X9 - Don’t let the decline continue. Visit and use code JR for 10% off. Stop the decline with Test-X9. PRIZE PICKS - Visit and use code GRILLINGJR and get $50 instantly when you play $5! BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 313: Danny Hodge
04/10/2025
Episode 313: Danny Hodge
On this episode of Grilling JR, the Voice Of Wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the life and career of the great Danny Hodge. JR shares stories of his decade long friendship with Hodge and the impact he had on JR's life and career. Plus, the guys discuss AEW Dynasty and all the happening in professional wrestling. TECOVAS - Get 10% off at when you sign up for email and texts TEXT X9 - Don’t let the decline continue. Visit and use code JR for 10% off. Stop the decline with Test-X9. PRIZE PICKS - Visit and use code GRILLINGJR and get $50 instantly when you play $5! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 312: 25th Anniversary of WWE Backlash 2000 REMIX
04/03/2025
Episode 312: 25th Anniversary of WWE Backlash 2000 REMIX
On this episode of Grilling JR, Jim and Conrad look back 25 years for Backlash 2000, which took place on April 30, 2000, at the MCI Center in Washington, D.C. It was the second Backlash PPV, and featured Chris Jericho vs. Chris Benoit, Big Show vs. Kurt Angle, and a main event between The Rock and Triple H (with Shane McMahon as special guest referee) for the WWF Championship. That and so much more as we relive Backlash 2000! TURTLE BEACH - Level up your game and get 10% off @TurtleBeach with code JR at ! #turtlebeachpod BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! HOME CHEF - For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to ENVISION - Save money and grow your business with Envision Marketing—visit BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 311: WrestleMania 21
03/27/2025
Episode 311: WrestleMania 21
On this episode of Grilling JR, the Voice Of Wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson takes us to Hollywood for a look back at WrestleMania 21! JR shares his experiences behind the scenes creating the mega event and the hurdles leading up to the show. At this point in the company it was time to annoint a new era of champions on both the RAW and Smackdown sides. JR discusses the build up to both Batista and Triple H's main event on the Mania card and John Cena's 1st world title win against JBL. All that plus JR's take on the latest happenings in professional wrestling on this edition of Grilling JR. BILT - Start earning points on rent you’re already paying by going to MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! RECOVERY PM - Go to now and use code JR for 10% off Recovery PM —because your best life starts with better sleep. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code JR at #mandopod BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste.Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 310: Stone Cold Steve Austin 1998
03/20/2025
Episode 310: Stone Cold Steve Austin 1998
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson takes us back to one of Stone Cold Steve Austin's wildest years 1998! JR share stories of working with Steve after his injury, working with Mike Tyson, Kane and an injured Shawn Michaels. Plus, JR shares his thoughts on Queen Of The Ring's premiere weekend, Toni Storm, and his search for the perfect travel companion. PRIZE PICKS - Visit and use code GRILLINGJR and get $50 instantly when you play $5! THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code JR15 at #theperfectjeanpod STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save with BOGO the StopBox Pro AND 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code JR at #stopboxpod TECOVAS - Get 10% off at when you sign up for email and texts MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream! BLUECHEW - Visit and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code JR -- just pay $5 shipping. BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial
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Episode 309: Lex Luger In The NWA/WCW *REMIX*
03/13/2025
Episode 309: Lex Luger In The NWA/WCW *REMIX*
On this REMIX edition of Grilling JR, we are looking back and celebrating the Total Package Lex Luger's time in the NWA and WCW. JR and Conrad discuss Lex's entire WCW run, including his CFL days, signing with JCP, becoming the "Total Package," his run as World Heavyweight Champion, and so much more!
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Episode 308: "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair
03/06/2025
Episode 308: "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson deep dive into the historic and legendary career of the 16 time world heavyweight champion, Ric Flair. JR shares stories of meeting the Nature Boy, their time working together while Ric was a traveling champion going to territory after territory defending his title, and eventually meeting up in Jim Crockett Promotions. All that plus JR shares his thoughts on John Cena's heel turn and so much more on this edition of Gril
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Episode 307: Ken Shamrock
02/27/2025
Episode 307: Ken Shamrock
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson dive deep into the hall of fame worthy career of "The World's Most Dangerous Man," Ken Shamrock. JR shares stories working with Ken through his introduction into the world of professional wrestling. How Ken interacted with the talent and Vince McMahon. And, Ken's run as a WWE Intercontinental and tag team champion. Plus, JR shares his thoughts on all the happenings in the world of professional wrestling on this edition
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Episode 306: 25th Anniversary No Way Out 2000 REMIX
02/20/2025
Episode 306: 25th Anniversary No Way Out 2000 REMIX
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling JimRoss and host Conrad Thompson celebrate the 25th anniversary of No Way Out 2000! JR share his stories and experiences leading up to the epic event. No Way Out is packed with future and current hall of famers battling it out in the squared circle. The Rock faces off against The Big Show for the intercontinental title, X-Pac battles Kane in a no holds barred match and Triple H defends his world heavyweight title against Cactus Jack in a hell in a
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Episode 305: The Secret Signing Of The Big Show
02/13/2025
Episode 305: The Secret Signing Of The Big Show
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson focus and discuss the start of legendary talent The Big Show. JR shares stories of the signing process of Paul Wight including doing it while he was still an employee of WCW. JR also discusses the rollercoaster ride he endured with Wight's weight journey. All that plus so much more on this edition of Grilling JR.
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Episode 304: Royal Rumble 2004
02/06/2025
Episode 304: Royal Rumble 2004
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson are back! JR shares details about his whirlwind trip across the pond for Inside The Ropes with close friend of the show Kenny McIntosh. Then the guys dive into all the ups and downs of the WWE in 2004 leading up to the Royal Rumble. JR shares his thoughts on Vince McMahon's infamous backstage roster meeting, his on air bullying of JR and the build to Chris Benoit winning the Rumble. All that plus much more
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Episode 303: 25th Anniversary Royal Rumble 2000 REMIX
01/30/2025
Episode 303: 25th Anniversary Royal Rumble 2000 REMIX
On this REMIX episode of Grilling JR, the voice of professional wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson celebrate the 25th anniversary of the legendary WWE PPV Royal Rumble 2000! In the midst of WWE's now runaway victory over WCW, they had to figure out what to do with the top of the card, without Stone Cold Steve Austin, who would still be out of action another 9-10 months. After a lackluster Big Show title reign, Triple H was now the WWE Champion, and feuding with a newly focused and freshly returned
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Episode 302: Becoming Vince's Right Hand
01/23/2025
Episode 302: Becoming Vince's Right Hand
On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad revisit JR's departure from the WWE and his short time in Smoky Mountain Wrestling. JR shares stories of his time working hand in hand with Jim Cornette and how it eventually led to his return to WWE and becoming Vince McMahon's right hand.
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Episode 301: Kidnapping In WWE
01/16/2025
Episode 301: Kidnapping In WWE
On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take us back 20 years for WWE New Years Revolution from Puerto Rico. JR shares his experiences during that time in the company and has some interesting takes on the roster during that time. The guys also discuss Vince McMahon's delegation skills, Paul Heyman's heat seeking tactics, and the dangers lurking in Puerto Rico for the talent. All this plus, JR shares his thoughts on Corey Graves, Penta's debut and much more o
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Episode 300: Sunny's Indecent Proposal
01/09/2025
Episode 300: Sunny's Indecent Proposal
On this provocative episode of Grilling JR, the Voice Of Professional Wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson discuss the rollercoaster career of Tammy Sytch aka Sunny. JR shares stories of working with Sunny in Smoky Mountain, her transition into the WWF and Sunny's alleged activities behind the scenes that would affect the whole roster. All that plus so much more about Tammy Sytch and her legacy in professional wrestling.
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Episode 299: The Ross Report Files: Vader
01/02/2025
Episode 299: The Ross Report Files: Vader
On this episode of Grilling JR, we are taking you back to a very special and candid conversation JR had with the late great Leon White aka Big Van Vader. Big Van Vader grew up in Compton, CA, played college football in Colorado, spent a few years in the NFL with the Rams, and found pro wrestling after injuries ended his pro career... and he's telling all those stories & more on The Ross Report! Hear what inspired his mask & gimmick, why he preferred working with Shawn Michaels over Ric Flair, what reall
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Episode 298: WrestleMania 2000 REMIX
12/26/2024
Episode 298: WrestleMania 2000 REMIX
WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross and Conrad Thompson are visiting the year 2000 on this episode of Grilling JR. WrestleMania 2000 pitted four top WWE superstars against each other for the coveted WWE Championship. JR shares insight and stories on how placing a McMahon family member at every corner came about, the high stakes ladder match and the wild hardcore battle royal.
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Episode 297: Secret Locker Room Recording
12/19/2024
Episode 297: Secret Locker Room Recording
On this episode of Grilling JR, The Voice Of Wrestling Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson takes us back to Armageddon 1999 and everything happening surrounding this event. Buckle up folks this topic takes us on a wild ride discussing topic such as, WWE becoming PG, talent under fire accused of recording in the locker room, Vince's arrogance, and Chris Jericho having scorching heat with the boys! All that plus so much more including the return of RED ASS JR!
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Episode 296: Why Did Vince McMahon Bury Christian?
12/12/2024
Episode 296: Why Did Vince McMahon Bury Christian?
On this episode Grilling JR, "The Voice Of Wrestling", Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive back into the iconic career of "Captain Charisma" aka "The Patriarch" and one half of the most groundbreaking tag teams in professional wrestling, Christian Cage. JR shares stories of Vince McMahon's continual burial of Christian on television, Christian arrival in TNA and All Elite Wrestling, and the secret sauce to his longevity in the business. All that plus, everything else happening in the exciting
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Episode 295: JR Gets Drafted To Smackdown!
12/05/2024
Episode 295: JR Gets Drafted To Smackdown!
On this episode of Grilling JR REMIX, the subject is the controversial 2008 WWE Draft! Superstars moved from Raw to Smackdown to ECW, and all points in between, INCLUDING, Jim Ross himself, as he was drafted to Smackdown. For the first time, hear JR's true and uncensored thoughts on this move, how it came to be, and how much he really knew at ringside! Plus his thoughts on all things WWE 2008 at this point, including Triple H, Batista, Umaga, Carlito, Matt and Jeff Hardy, Michael Cole, Kane, CM Punk, Rey My
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