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Multi-hyphenate Shawn Freshco Conrad shares insights, stories, and hustles to help you build your best life. Shawn's journey from Brooklyn, New York began as a neighborhood graffiti artist and roller hockey champion before rising to fame as the world champion rapper behind the English dub theme for One Piece. In the early ’90s, he toured with Ice Cube, Kid Rock, and D-Nice. He later collaborated with music icons like Jay-Z, Faith Evans, and The Notorious B.I.G. You may have seen his face in ...
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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 a ...
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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 o…
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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 Brot…
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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…
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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 afte…
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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 …
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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. TE…
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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 refer…
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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 …
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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, Ton…
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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! HOME CHEF - For a limited time, Home Chef is off…
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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 t…
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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, Ke…
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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…
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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 j…
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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 t…
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In this episode, Shawn Conrad emphasizes the importance of focusing on momentum rather than perfection. They discuss how consistent effort and saying no to distractions can lead to long-term success. The narrative includes personal anecdotes from late 80s and 90s Hip-Hop experiences, highlighting the careers of famous DJs and promoters. The speaker…
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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 ou…
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Delve into the significance of celebrating small wins on the path to achieving big goals. Shawn Conrad discusses how small, consistent efforts help alleviate the pressure of urgency when pursuing major life objectives, such as making money, losing weight, or mastering a skill. He shares personal anecdotes from martial arts and tennis to illustrate …
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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. THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15…
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Shawn Conrad discusses the concept of turning passion into purpose, particularly during the unpredictable times of social media platforms like TikTok. He shares insights on leveraging various tools and platforms such as YouTube, Systeme.io, Go High Level, and Descript to accelerate personal and professional growth. Shawn also emphasizes the importa…
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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…
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Shawn Conrad opens up about the challenges he's facing while trying to accommodate his aging mother. He reflects on the importance of preparation, sharing a personal story about competing in a world championship rap contest. Shawn discusses his plans to adjust his living arrangements to make things easier for his mother, highlighting the significan…
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In this heartfelt episode, Shawn Conrad shares his experiences of a significant snowfall in Atlanta, evoking memories of his New York upbringing. He reflects on the challenges of shoveling snow and the temporary beauty it brings. Shawn also opens up about the difficult and emotional journey of caring for his aging mother, who has had multiple falls…
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In this episode, Shawn Conrad explores the essence of individuality, questioning what makes a person truly original. Through anecdotes featuring notable figures like Aaron Rodgers, LL Cool J, Big Daddy Kane, and others, Shawn highlights how seemingly small interactions and observations have profoundly impacted his behavior and outlook. He shares pe…
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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 t…
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Join Shawn Conrad as he reflects on how his vibrant Brooklyn childhood, filled with outdoor adventures, hockey, graffiti, and roller skating, shaped his adulthood. From the influence of neighborhood cultures to personal growth experiences, Shawn explores the intersection of past memories with present realities. #shawnconradunscripted, #ShawnConrad …
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Shawn Conrad narrates an eventful morning in Atlanta, involving a power blackout and checking on his mom. He discusses his Spanish learning journey, aspiring to fluency, and shares his plans to test drive a Tesla with his younger daughters, potentially treating them to lunch afterward. Shawn reflects on his penchant for surprising his daughters wit…
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Shawn Conrad shares his heartfelt journey of becoming the primary caregiver for his aging mother. He recounts the challenges and moments of adaptation from her car accident and the loss of her pet to moving her to Atlanta and setting up a new home. Shawn details the emotional and logistical aspects of caring for her, including dealing with her Park…
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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 telli…
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Shawn Conrad reflects on personal growth and the importance of managing emotions. He discusses how he has evolved from reacting impulsively to letting go of minor irritations, thanks to lessons learned over the years. Conrad shares anecdotes from his past, including experiences in the music industry and growing up in Brooklyn, New York. He emphasiz…
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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 har…
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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 Chr…
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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,…
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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 rings…
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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson hand the reigns over to the listeners for an exciting and thought provoking edition of #ASKJR JR answers a ton of questions about his career, who he's worked with, and some that will leave you speechless. All that plus his take on AEW Full Gear, the upcoming C…
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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into the remarkable career of the founder of the Four Horsemen, WWE Hall Of Famer Arn Anderson.JR also shares his thoughts on AEW Full Gear and shares his predictions on what he expects to see this coming weekend. All that plus so much more on…
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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and guest host Derek Sabato discuss Survivor Series 1999! JR shares his thoughts and opinions one Steve Austin's growing neck issues, the Bossman and Big Show graveyard vignette, Kurt Angle's natural abilities and so much more leading to the event. JR and Derek also talk all things AE…
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On this edition of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson continue their journey through the legendary rise of Adam Copeland aka Edge in the WWE. The guys discuss his TLC era with tag team partner Christian and take a deep dive into the planning and thought process behind those groundbreaking matches. JR also shares …
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On this episode of Grilling JR, JR and Conrad pick up where they left off on the build up to No Mercy 1999. JR shares his experience dealing with a frustrated Jeff Jarrett during his contract negotiations and exit from the WWE. JR goes into detail and admits the situation could have been handled a lot different. The guys also discuss each match on …
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On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross and host Conrad Thompson begin their journey through the build up to one of the WWE's wildest PPV events of 1999 No Mercy! But, before the PPV JR discusses how the company dealt with a number of unexpected blows, from Vince Russo's abrupt exit from the company, to Droz's devastating a…
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