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What Happened When

Podcast Heat 490 Episodes Jul 1, 2026

What Happened When is a podcast hosted by Tony Schiavone, the legendary voice of professional wrestling below the Mason-Dixon Line. The show covers the history of Jim Crockett Promotions and World Championship Wrestling, from Starrcade '83 to the end of WCW in 2001. Tony and co-host Conrad Thompson provide hilarious and nostalgic commentary on wrestling's past. New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

Episodes

Episode 493: Roderick Strong Jul 1, 2026 01:23:03 On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome one of the most accomplished in-ring performers of his generation, Roderick Strong, for a special watch-along celebrating two of the standout matches from his incredible career. Join the guys as they revisit Strong's unforgettable battles against Hiroshi Tanahashi and Will Ospreay, breaking down the stories behind ea
Episode 492: Tony's Forbidden Door Preview Jun 24, 2026 01:18:46 On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson get you ready for one of the biggest events of the summer as they preview AEW's upcoming Forbidden Door pay-per-view! Tony shares his thoughts on the highly anticipated card, the unique partnership between AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling, and what fans should be watching for when the Forbidden Door swings open once again. Bu
Episode 491: Bobby Cruise Jun 17, 2026 01:20:04 On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome one of the most recognizable voices in professional wrestling, Ring of Honor's legendary ring announcer, Bobby Cruise. For more than two decades, Bobby Cruise has been at the center of some of Ring of Honor's most memorable moments, introducing countless future stars and witnessing wrestling history firsthand. Bobby
Episode 490: "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes Jun 10, 2026 01:10:25 On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome a very special guest, wrestling legend Dustin Rhodes! The Natural joins the show for an unforgettable conversation covering his incredible journey through professional wrestling, growing up in one of the sport's most famous families, and the lessons he's learned during a career that has spanned generations. Dustin sh
Episode 489: Magnum TA Lost His Mind! Jun 3, 2026 01:39:03 On this episode, Tony Schiavone takes us back to one of the most explosive periods in Jim Crockett Promotions history! After being reprimanded by NWA President Bob Geigle, United States Champion Magnum T.A. snaps and attacks the president, setting off a chain of events that leads to Magnum being stripped of the U.S. Title. The fallout paves the way for one of wrestling's most legendary rivalries a
Episode 488: Magnum TA & Nikita Koloff Face Off! May 27, 2026 01:34:31 On this edition of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson fire up the time machine and take you back 40 years to one of the most explosive stretches in Jim Crockett Promotions and the National Wrestling Alliance. It's Memorial Day weekend 1986, and the road to The Great American Bash is already blazing hot. Tony relives the intensity of the unforgettable contract signing between Ni
Episode 487: "The Dapper Yapper" Justin Roberts May 20, 2026 01:54:16 On this laugh filled and story packed edition, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson sit down with one of AEW's most recognizable voices, Justin Roberts. Known as the "yapper dapper," Justin delivers a perfect mix of behind-the-scenes insight, road stories, and genuine humor that keeps the conversation moving from start to finish. Justin opens up about his journey through professional wrestling, shar
Episode 486: RD Evans May 13, 2026 01:35:27 On this episode of What Happened When, Tony welcomes his close personal friend and AEW writer/producer RD Evans! RD shares stories of his love for WCW and Goldberg. He also takes us on a wild run through a classic Chikara tag team gaultet match from 2011 featuring the late great Brody Lee. All that plus, we watch the debut of an up and comer RD's never seen before.  WCW United States Championship
Episode 485: "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard May 6, 2026 01:03:21 On this week's episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson are joined by the ever-entertaining Matt Menard for a wild ride through one of All Elite Wrestling's most chaotic matches ever. The trio fires up Double or Nothing 2022 and revisits the unforgettable "Anarchy in the Arena" match, a brutal, anything goes spectacle that redefined mayhem in AEW. From the nonstop brawling
Episode 484: Nigel McGuinness Apr 29, 2026 01:19:28 On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson welcome a very special guest, AEW commentator and one of Tony's closest friends, Nigel McGuinness.Things take a hilarious turn as Nigel is tasked with revisiting some of  longtime rival and fellow technician, Bryan Danielson. With plenty of laughs, sharp wit, and maybe a little friendly roasting, Nigel doesn't hold back
Episode 483: Johnny TV & Taya Valkyrie Apr 22, 2026 01:07:11 https://youtu.be/x1_axKXOn78 On this episode of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone, Tony is joined by special guest host Mike Dockins for a fun and engaging conversation with two of AEW and ROH's most dynamic stars Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie. Johnny and Taya share stories from their time in the squared circle, offering insight into their journeys through professional wrestling and what it's l
Episode 482: Ball Bustin' with Tony Schiavone Apr 15, 2026 01:01:28 On this episode of What Happened When with Tony Schiavone, Tony and Conrad throw out the format and just hang out, delivering a laid back, no rules conversation you won't hear anywhere else. The guys catch up on everything happening in and out of the ring, including their thoughts on AEW Dynasty and the moments that stood out most. Tony also opens up about one of the biggest mistakes of his career

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