These longer formats are where Jim _really_ shines!! When there's time for Jim to report the facts & figures from each show/program but still allow his mind to wander for few minutes on each city or venue for unique behind the scenes stories... that's the good stuff, that's what hooked me originally years ago on Corny's interviews/podcasts
Nomatter how much of a "grown up" I am..... I'll still never be able to hear the name Ray Stevens.. without immediately thinking about a squirrel, going berserk.. in the First Self Righteous Church 😁
You were lucky ! I grew up in Lexington Kentucky but I was born in 78 so I missed a ton of the good shows by a few years then . I did get to see a few in 85 though .
@@Brando-Lee3725 I was about 10 years old when they unveiled Dr Frank. He was in a big crate that would move around a bit, and emit growls and groans. When they opened that crate it scared the crap out if me. The studio crowd went insane. Today's "wrestling" doesn't even compare.
Anytime Corny wants to do a big assed, multiple hours omnibus of Jerry Lawler's career in detail I'm all ears. The King seems like he has a career that earns the nickname King if anyone ever did and I'd love to hear Jim tell as much as he could.
I was born in the early 90s so the only experience of the king I had when I was younger was his heel commentary with JR. I knew he was a wrestler back in the day but it wasn't until I started using the internet regularly that I learned how legendary his career really is. I hope more younger fans take an interest in wrestling history so the old guard get the respect they deserve.
I’m the same born in the early 90s only seen his commentary in the attitude era. I know he wrestled before but didn’t know how big he was in Memphis. Which why A&E biography needed to be 2 hours instead one hour.
@@richardbishop8666 In my mind, he'll always be the King of wrestling. He helped so many people get over. People you'd never heard of would come through Memphis, and end up being superstars.
I used to love it in Memphis when the guys would piledrive each other on the concrete floor! Back in the day, that was a stretcher job or the guy would be out injured for weeks...
We could've said that because the man is a legend. But McMahon took him and made him a weasel, easily sidelined Jerry's career just like he's down every wrestler he didn't create mostly. Long live the King and the Mephis territory.
Not if you’re relaxed enough these will help you go night night 😅 I like to go night night to WCW 1989-90 decline Jim Herd mgmt era omnibus..nothing gets me sleepy like hearing about the houses being drastically down and everyone hating having TV matches
Ive compiled a playlist of all things history from Jim. Enjoy. I run these on shuffle all night long. ua-cam.com/play/PLUZIgj8FH_-tmJyyij7riz4upPqimdlgo.html
It's nice to hear Cornette not about to give himself an aneurysm. If they started an entire podcast where I didn't have to hear about modern wrestling goofs and it was just historical I'd listen to every episode.
My father was a buddy of Mr Sam Bass from Jackson TN right down the road from the greatest wrestling promotion of the 70s and 80s. I vaguely remember meeting him bcuz I was so young at the time. Corny's podcast is the only wrestling podcast I like and how he continues to keep the Memphis wrestling memories alive for future generations to know wrestling's best territory from back in the day.
Jim Cornette is a legendary figure in the professional wrestling world, known for his sharp wit, keen insight, and unwavering passion for the industry. As a manager, promoter, and commentator, Cornette has left an indelible mark on wrestling history, helping to shape the careers of some of the biggest names in the business. His encyclopedic knowledge of wrestling history and his razor-sharp commentary skills have earned him a legion of fans and a reputation as one of the most intelligent and engaging voices in the business. Whether you love him or hate him, there's no denying that Jim Cornette is one of the true icons of professional wrestling, and his contributions to the sport will be felt for generations to come.
Being from Alabama I never knew the history in the state which was cool to learn but hard to listen to the way Jim says "Montgomery" ...... We pronounce it here like "Muntgumrey"
I wonder how it would've faired if we went back 50 years in time and offered season tickets for all 50 shows per year at either the Louisville Gardens or the Midsouth Colosseum at the prices that Jim mentioned: $125 for GA, $150 for loge seats, $175 for ringside.
Hey Jim,this is the Professor whom you met at Lawler's bar n grill at the 2017 Hall of Fame night.......As a King historian,it was cool to see the Coliseum and Channel 5 highlights, to hear Lance Russell, but that's where it ends..........No in-depth look into his feuds with Bill Dundee, Bockwinkle or Austin Idol.Nothing on the Empty Arena match with Terry Funk,nothing on the Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl from 1979,the AWA World title quest......they could've mentioned Lawler was Randy Savage and Curt Hennig last opponent before going to the WWF.53 years in the business to get only 45 minutes was too hard to see.........Jerry is more respected for his announcing duties than anything he did in Memphis, but I thought finally they would tell his story right.Great work as always Jim,continue to keep the King and the legacy of Memphis wrestling alive and well!!!
The Cagematch database is scattershot when it comes to a lot of wrestlers, but it reveals something Jim didn't mention. Many of Lawler's earliest matches involved traveling to St. Louis to work as a jobber on Wrestling at the Chase.
Jim I’m from Memphis Tennessee born & raised the only good 😊 memories of my father & mom’s Dad getting along was when The mid South Coliseum had wrestling matches head lined by Jerry The King 👑 Lawler back then in the 1980’s early 90’s CWA & USWA / PowerPro was like 👍 a way of life especially on the weekends but the Saturday morning live recordings at WMC5 NBC on Union ave was the Hype and people lined up around the building for the tickets 🎟️ for the show that was 1st come 1st serve I’ve watched almost every match from 1989 to 1999 and went back to Terry The Hulk and Sting 🦂 and the Warrior and Midnight 🚊 express and The Pain maker with the Dutchman vs Jerry Lawler Memphis was the attitude era before THE WWE & now Wow 🤩 Memphis own Al green vs Jackie Fargo
Okay, One more. Maybe one more. Jerry Lawler with Al Green , Don Green and Phil Hickerson had good connections together. Wish I could explain that better.
As popular and as knowledgeable as Jim and Brians shows are . maybe just maybe enough up and coming wrestlers listen to this show and take his advice and bring back actual wrestling in the next few years . At least elements of that with a modern twist . One can hope anyways .
For some workers not jobbing isn't just about keeping a job, it's a lifestyle. The Bruiser couldn't go developing bad habits just because the magazines weren't covering it now could he?
The Jerry Lawler documentary wasn't very good to me. I thought WWE would have talked more about his earlier career. I just seemed like a lot was missing for such a long career
Jerry Lawler accually beat Elvis Presley in attendance at Mid South Coliseum. Ha ha, only because the wrestling ring took less room than Elvis's Stage.
I always thought Lawler had one of the best careers when he was wrestling. By the time he became a color commentator, he became the biggest pervert the business had ever seen. I respect Lawler for what he did in the ring, but as a person that'd be debated.
Okay , lol.. I can't resist. Robert Fuller, Robert Fuller. Lawler had to beat the Babyface at the time Robert fuller. Which also like a Step child of Fargo at the time.. Sorta speek
I guess it was by script it was but it was Sam Bass bringing in all these killer Heals to destroy Lawler and Lawler took them all down ! And by Lawler beating Fargo and all those roll of heals that's what made Lawler King. Along with Jerry's great promos...
I've watched for over 40 years. I'd say he's the best. Started watching Memphis about 81, and I've never seen better. I saw him live last year. Never took a bump, still by far best match on the card.
I cant imagine living the Rock Star life of Jerry Lawler. I would change the lust for much younger women, and be a better role model for my wrestling kids. Everything else in wrestling, I would keep, including Dr. Isaac Yankem.
These longer formats are where Jim _really_ shines!! When there's time for Jim to report the facts & figures from each show/program but still allow his mind to wander for few minutes on each city or venue for unique behind the scenes stories... that's the good stuff, that's what hooked me originally years ago on Corny's interviews/podcasts
A full hour of Jim talking about The King? OH YEAH.
And that is only a small part of 4 tears of a long life, so rough estimate Jim could talk weeks about Jerry.
@@herzkine let me know when that happens so I can load up on snacks and get hydrated.
Nomatter how much of a "grown up" I am.....
I'll still never be able to hear the name Ray Stevens..
without immediately thinking about a squirrel, going berserk..
in the First Self Righteous Church 😁
I was lucky enough to grow up in Memphis in the 70's. I saw all the things Jim is talking about.
You were lucky ! I grew up in Lexington Kentucky but I was born in 78 so I missed a ton of the good shows by a few years then . I did get to see a few in 85 though .
@@Brando-Lee3725 I was about 10 years old when they unveiled Dr Frank. He was in a big crate that would move around a bit, and emit growls and groans. When they opened that crate it scared the crap out if me. The studio crowd went insane. Today's "wrestling" doesn't even compare.
@@bradanderson9751 Sadly I'm an 80's kid from the Indiana end, so still familiar with Lawler, Jarrett, etc.
@@bradanderson9751 I Remember it like yesterday Good Stuff
Love that Corny knows more about Lawlers career than Jerry does.
Anytime Corny wants to do a big assed, multiple hours omnibus of Jerry Lawler's career in detail I'm all ears. The King seems like he has a career that earns the nickname King if anyone ever did and I'd love to hear Jim tell as much as he could.
It is layered like a muhfucka..imagine all this was only 4 yrs of a career still going kinda
"One man's trash is another man's girlfriend." - Jerry Lawler
ROTFLMAO!!! The King was the King of insults and put downs.
“One man’s teenage daughter is my love interest! Oooga-Booga gentlemen 😏” - Tennessee King Jerome T Lawyer the First
@@gern7535 ❤
Good for him
One man's garbarge is another man's c#m dumpster...
=Jesus H Christ=
An hour of Jim Cornette?! YEAHHH
the detail on the cage, bravo, Travis, really didn't need it, but I noticed it
This is the kind of content that made me subscribe to the channel. Historical wrestling, Jim's experiences there in and of course burying Vinny Ru
"It may look like-a chicken wire, but believe me; that's--a no chicken wire!"
We legit forget Jim is the biggest king fan in the planet
Not anybody who pays attention. Who forgets that?
You can really hear the happiness in his voice talking about Memphis wrestling in the 70's.
Him or Kenny Bolin
I was born in the early 90s so the only experience of the king I had when I was younger was his heel commentary with JR. I knew he was a wrestler back in the day but it wasn't until I started using the internet regularly that I learned how legendary his career really is. I hope more younger fans take an interest in wrestling history so the old guard get the respect they deserve.
I grew up in Memphis in the 70's, and every Saturday morning, TVs were tuned to wrestling to see Jerry Lawler, heel or face, didn't matter.
I’m the same born in the early 90s only seen his commentary in the attitude era. I know he wrestled before but didn’t know how big he was in Memphis. Which why A&E biography needed to be 2 hours instead one hour.
then you missed all the good stuff.
@@bradanderson9751 I do not think you can get people today to understand just how over the king was back in the day.
@@richardbishop8666 In my mind, he'll always be the King of wrestling. He helped so many people get over. People you'd never heard of would come through Memphis, and end up being superstars.
I love listening to Jim bitch about modern wrestling but this is when he's at his best. This was so interesting.
I agree, Jim bitching is great, but Historian Jim is awesome.
Especially when he whitewashed all the stupid memphis shit
I made a playlist devoted to clips just like this one
ua-cam.com/play/PLUZIgj8FH_-tmJyyij7riz4upPqimdlgo.html
Every single time Corny says "Outlaw" i crack up
this is when Jim is gold
I used to love it in Memphis when the guys would piledrive each other on the concrete floor! Back in the day, that was a stretcher job or the guy would be out injured for weeks...
One could easily make the argument that Jerry "The King" Lawler as having the greatest career in the history of professional wrestling.
We could've said that because the man is a legend. But McMahon took him and made him a weasel, easily sidelined Jerry's career just like he's down every wrestler he didn't create mostly. Long live the King and the Mephis territory.
I could listen to these stories all night long
Not if you’re relaxed enough these will help you go night night 😅
I like to go night night to WCW 1989-90 decline Jim Herd mgmt era omnibus..nothing gets me sleepy like hearing about the houses being drastically down and everyone hating having TV matches
Ive compiled a playlist of all things history from Jim. Enjoy. I run these on shuffle all night long. ua-cam.com/play/PLUZIgj8FH_-tmJyyij7riz4upPqimdlgo.html
Lawler is an all-time legend. WWF/WWE turned him into a cartoonish heel. Its kind of disgusting that Vince never put a single title on Lawler
I don't why I keep thinking Jerry Lawler looks like Brian Wilson in that fan art lol.
It's nice to hear Cornette not about to give himself an aneurysm. If they started an entire podcast where I didn't have to hear about modern wrestling goofs and it was just historical I'd listen to every episode.
I listened to this segment on the podcast and I’m listening to it right now to make sure that I didn’t miss anything.
Better than the A&E show by far
My father was a buddy of Mr Sam Bass from Jackson TN right down the road from the greatest wrestling promotion of the 70s and 80s. I vaguely remember meeting him bcuz I was so young at the time. Corny's podcast is the only wrestling podcast I like and how he continues to keep the Memphis wrestling memories alive for future generations to know wrestling's best territory from back in the day.
Can we just get another 3 hours please
Yes! The next 4 years!
This topic is very interesting
Awesome timing since Kaufman is being inducted into the HOF
That Mark James guy is usually at the comic con in Dyersburg Tennessee selling his books. They're a wrestling treasure trove.
Jim Cornette is a legendary figure in the professional wrestling world, known for his sharp wit, keen insight, and unwavering passion for the industry. As a manager, promoter, and commentator, Cornette has left an indelible mark on wrestling history, helping to shape the careers of some of the biggest names in the business. His encyclopedic knowledge of wrestling history and his razor-sharp commentary skills have earned him a legion of fans and a reputation as one of the most intelligent and engaging voices in the business. Whether you love him or hate him, there's no denying that Jim Cornette is one of the true icons of professional wrestling, and his contributions to the sport will be felt for generations to come.
Uh....ok? 🤨
@@Rjensen2 Really.
Sooooo, this is how someone else’ deep dive of corn would open up? lol
I’m from Dothan!! Holy crap Corny mentioned us
More please ! 🙏
Why does the illistration of Jerry Lawler look like AJ Styles?
Being from Alabama I never knew the history in the state which was cool to learn but hard to listen to the way Jim says "Montgomery" ...... We pronounce it here like "Muntgumrey"
I wonder how it would've faired if we went back 50 years in time and offered season tickets for all 50 shows per year at either the Louisville Gardens or the Midsouth Colosseum at the prices that Jim mentioned: $125 for GA, $150 for loge seats, $175 for ringside.
Great stuff
Jim Cornette and Brian Last should do a Conrad style podcast where they cover an individual or event. The possibilities are endless.
These history listens are the best!!!!
I made a playlist devoted to clips just like this one
ua-cam.com/play/PLUZIgj8FH_-tmJyyij7riz4upPqimdlgo.html
@@jaxteller7185 Hello Jax, thanks for taking the time to do this.
It's a twin lens reflex camera, as opposed to the more familiar single lens reflex type. I used to own a 2 1/4" Yashikamat.
On to beginning Lawler/Dundee saga
Hey Jim,this is the Professor whom you met at Lawler's bar n grill at the 2017 Hall of Fame night.......As a King historian,it was cool to see the Coliseum and Channel 5 highlights, to hear Lance Russell, but that's where it ends..........No in-depth look into his feuds with Bill Dundee, Bockwinkle or Austin Idol.Nothing on the Empty Arena match with Terry Funk,nothing on the Tupelo Concession Stand Brawl from 1979,the AWA World title quest......they could've mentioned Lawler was Randy Savage and Curt Hennig last opponent before going to the WWF.53 years in the business to get only 45 minutes was too hard to see.........Jerry is more respected for his announcing duties than anything he did in Memphis, but I thought finally they would tell his story right.Great work as always Jim,continue to keep the King and the legacy of Memphis wrestling alive and well!!!
Burrhead Jones wow!!! I remember my uncle telling me about him lol
I'm sorry but some of my comments came before I heard JC mention them. JC IS right on here ! 99.9 .
Fargos Daddy Wasn't A Drunk! He Was An Alcoholic!😮
Memphis had best wrestling of Allllllll the territories !!!
The Cagematch database is scattershot when it comes to a lot of wrestlers, but it reveals something Jim didn't mention. Many of Lawler's earliest matches involved traveling to St. Louis to work as a jobber on Wrestling at the Chase.
This was awesome
Jim I’m from Memphis Tennessee born & raised the only good 😊 memories of my father & mom’s Dad getting along was when The mid South Coliseum had wrestling matches head lined by Jerry The King 👑 Lawler back then in the 1980’s early 90’s CWA & USWA / PowerPro was like 👍 a way of life especially on the weekends but the Saturday morning live recordings at WMC5 NBC on Union ave was the Hype and people lined up around the building for the tickets 🎟️ for the show that was 1st come 1st serve I’ve watched almost every match from 1989 to 1999 and went back to Terry The Hulk and Sting 🦂 and the Warrior and Midnight 🚊 express and The Pain maker with the Dutchman vs Jerry Lawler Memphis was the attitude era before THE WWE & now Wow 🤩 Memphis own Al green vs Jackie Fargo
Jerry Lawler should induct Sable's " Puppies " in the WWE hall of fame 😂😂
The puppies have turned into bloodhounds. 🤮😂
Skeletor?!
@@YogsenForfoth lmao damn you
Those puppies are more like birds these days-they've gone south for the winter.
@@YogsenForfoth Bloodhounds surrounded by Shar Peis.
Back in the 70s nashville wresting they smoked in building dam it it was rough couldn't c or breath
Jim please start releasing commercial blurays of all your rare footage man.
Love MEMPHIS wrestling....
I've been watching off and on the last fours yrs ......it some much better than new WWE
I do think I know why it was Jimmy Kent. Apparrently that Sat morning promo must be one that's lost. But I think I remember sorta how that happen.
Way to shit on the Documentary Jim..bravo 👏🏾👏🏾
Come for the AEW dis-emboweling, stay for the deep dives and Guess the Program segments.
I mean it wasn’t how Brian said it but yea it was quick. But if you watch Memphis Heat doc they go over a lot about Lawlers career.
Okay, One more. Maybe one more. Jerry Lawler with Al Green , Don Green and Phil Hickerson had good connections together. Wish I could explain that better.
He went to Huntsville Al.
Hell yeah aug 17th is my bday. 18 years after Jerry started, I existed lol
Cornett, I'm sure you don't need my input but anyway I'm giving you a 99.9 % accuracy report.
As popular and as knowledgeable as Jim and Brians shows are . maybe just maybe enough up and coming wrestlers listen to this show and take his advice and bring back actual wrestling in the next few years . At least elements of that with a modern twist . One can hope anyways .
Honestly, I thought Lawler cut his teeth in Malden, MO.
How Lawler started in the business is told in his book. It's obvious JC didn't read it or he would've known the whole story.
For some workers not jobbing isn't just about keeping a job, it's a lifestyle. The Bruiser couldn't go developing bad habits just because the magazines weren't covering it now could he?
I can't stand listening about new wrestling. Thank God for this, lol.
What about his 1993 arrest?
What about your 2023 moronic comment?
The Jerry Lawler documentary wasn't very good to me. I thought WWE would have talked more about his earlier career. I just seemed like a lot was missing for such a long career
Corny at his very best...the ultimate Pro Wrestling historian Bar None!
Never got the Lawler thing...😮
So just another Day
Jerry Lawler accually beat Elvis Presley in attendance at Mid South Coliseum. Ha ha, only because the wrestling ring took less room than Elvis's Stage.
Doesn’t Lawler have some unsavory allegations from the past?
Do more of this shit.
Long live Jerry the "King." What coukdve been if the WWF didnt make him a 3rd carder and an announcer.
If you're high and watching this it looks like Lawler has Cornette in a head lock.
No i think thats you
Why does lawler look like tiger chung lee
I always thought Lawler had one of the best careers when he was wrestling. By the time he became a color commentator, he became the biggest pervert the business had ever seen. I respect Lawler for what he did in the ring, but as a person that'd be debated.
This is when Corny is at his bes
Sounds like a lot of lazy booking back in the day
he could talk the talk and walk the walk.
Okay , lol.. I can't resist. Robert Fuller, Robert Fuller. Lawler had to beat the Babyface at the time Robert fuller. Which also like a Step child of Fargo at the time.. Sorta speek
I guess it was by script it was but it was Sam Bass bringing in all these killer Heals to destroy Lawler and Lawler took them all down ! And by Lawler beating Fargo and all those roll of heals that's what made Lawler King. Along with Jerry's great promos...
JC did a really great job on all this ! But JC watch your fucking profanity mouth ! 😂
As far as successful pro-wrasslers, was Lawler the best/most instinctual performer ever? Or top 5, perhaps.
One could make the case for Lawler as having the best career in the history of professional wrestling.
I've watched for over 40 years. I'd say he's the best. Started watching Memphis about 81, and I've never seen better. I saw him live last year. Never took a bump, still by far best match on the card.
This is his wet dream. Talking about Jerry Lawler for over an hour. Bill Watts is probably next.
Jerry was good but he was better when bill dundee was involved
I cant imagine living the Rock Star life of Jerry Lawler. I would change the lust for much younger women, and be a better role model for my wrestling kids. Everything else in wrestling, I would keep, including Dr. Isaac Yankem.
Fine listen if you go 2.25x
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Trash.
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Did he play with under age girls.....
Jim be doing everything is his power to avoid condemning racism. Turn into a young buck the way he be doing verbal gymnastics 💀