Yakuza Kick Radio

The Nick Berk Story: Part 1

Tonight's guest is Nick Berk!
Topics include:
-How did he get started in the business?
-Thoughts on wrestling for Donnie B
--Did Donnie B take shots at him?
--Were moves / characters stolen?
-Thoughts on CZW booking
--What's his philosophy on booking a show?
-Thoughts on wrestling training schools / Tom Rumsby
-What's his opinion of "The Masked Maniac"?
-Nick shares memories of Trent Acid
-Trying out for WWE
-What's his history with ROH?
-His views on "smart marks"
-Thoughts on DJ Hyde and the current CZW product
 

YKR ... Co-Hosted By Eric ”Blackie” Deshields

Jay Cat is joined by Independent Wrestler Eric "Blackie" Deshields to talk about WWE, ROH, AGT, CZW, and more!

CZW Original Ruckus on Yakuza Kick Radio!!

Tonight's guest is CZW Original Ruckus!!
Topics include:
-How did he get started in wrestling?
-Breaking in with John Zandig
-Thoughts on The Briscoes
-Working a program with Rebel
-How did he get on a Backyard Wrestling video game?
-Memories working on MTV Wrestling Society X
-Memories of Trent Acid; Chri$ Ca$h
-Meeting Nick Gage
-Thoughts on Jon Dahmer
-Wrestling Human Tornado
-How did BLK Out form?
-Memories of going to Italy
-Almost dying in California
-What was his experience wrestling in Japan? How are the fans? The culture?
-Winning "Best of the Best 2006"
-How did he wind up in TOD?
-Wrestling in Chikara's King of Trios tournament
-How is it wrestling for Ian Rotten?
-ROH
-Thoughts on Sonjay Dutt; Derek Frazier
-Memories of his CZW World title reign
-Wrestling Super Dragon
-Wrestling at Cage of Death VI
-What are his best matches?
-Starting RCW in Maryland
-Who were his inspirations in wrestling?
-Who would Ruckus like to wrestle?
-What got him into modifying video game systems?
-Thoughts on the new BLK Out
-What happened with him and Eric TapOut?
-Is there anything left for him to accomplish?
 
Also ...
-Jay Cat covers topics from around the sports world
-Preview of CZW's upcoming "Proving Grounds" show
-WWE RAW recap
--Analysis of current storylines 

An ’Extreme’ Disappointment

Tonight ...
-WWE discussion
--"Extreme Rules" is reviewed
--Smackdown recap
--Justin Mane on Smackdown!
-RIP Junior Seau
-More WWE stuff
-Extreme Reunion
--A "celebratory" message after the first show from Shane Douglas
--2100 disappointed fans
--Jay Cat recaps the show
-Juan calls in 
-Nick Berk on "Judge Judy"
-Preview of CZW's upcoming "Cinco de Mayo" show in Indiana

PWS Owner Eric Tapout on Yakuza Kick Radio

Tonight's guest is PWS Owner Eric TapOut
Topics discussed:
-Promoting concerts
-Getting into wrestling
-Blending the old and the new on his shows
-How does he afford his shows?
-Thoughts on Teddy Hart
-What happened with the Sid 'no-show' situation?
-Booking Eddie Kingston
-Memories of Trent Acid
-What happened with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan-Doink?
-Thoughts on the PWS talent roster
-Thoughts on Frank Goodman; Jac Sabboth
-The Balls 'Vomiting' incident
-Why isn't Ruckus booked for PWS anymore?
-What does Eric think are the top Independent Federations today? Who are the hottest wrestlers?
-What's his philosophy on booking shows?
--"Jive Soul Bro"
-Who would he love to book in the future?
-Does he have any issues with other promoters?
-Stories of their worst shows
 
Also ...
-Clark calls in to talk about PWS
-What happened to AR Fox?
--CZW has plenty of screen time in the Gay
--"Candy had to go, man."
--Wrestling Soup provides the play-by-play for the scene
--Candy's replacement ... It's Man-dy!
-Quick WWE discussion
-More news from around the Indies
-Anthony "Missionary" Thomas joins the show

Where’s Candy?

Not In The Mood, But ...
Tonight ...
-News & notes from around the wrestling world
--The "final" JAPW show
-The sex offender continues to work for ECWA
-Recap of CZW's "Best of the Best"

Oi4k’s Dave Crist on Yakuza Kick Radio!!

Tonight ...
-Jay Cat fields calls and discusses a wide range of wrestling topics
 
-At the 1:16 mark, Dave Crist calls in!
Topics discussed:
-What's the largest welding project in Tecumseh High School history?
-How was it training alongside his brother Jake?
-Memories of his first ROH run
-Suffering a huge injury at IPW
--How was his recovery?
-Thoughts on his second ROH run
-Wrestling for Insanity Pro Wrestling
-Memories of wrestling for JCW
-What happened with IWA-MS?
-Why did Dave start with CZW after Jake?
--Being Jake's manager
-Is Dave the 'jealous type'?
-Thoughts on the Philly crowd
-Meaning of "Ohio is 4 Killers"?
-Philosophy on training students
-Favorite matches growing up? Favorite wrestlers?
-What influenced his ring gear?
-If someone was scouting him, what match would he show them?
-Who would he love to wrestle?
-Goals in the business
-Good 'rib' stories
-Thoughts on his upcoming match vs Jake at "Best of the Best"
 
Tonight's 2nd Guest is BLK Jeez!
-Jeez calls in to hype the upcoming wrestling weekend, including the 'final' JAPW show in Rahway, NJ
-Jay Cat & Jeez talk WWE, TNA, and other current wrestling topics
 

Fans Bring The Weapons: No Guns or Knives

Tonight ...
-Jay Cat recaps a huge WrestleMania weekend
--Starting with DG USA
-Juan calls in to join the show
-Uhaa Nation is injured
--Who will be his replacement for "Best of the Best"?
-WrestleMania XXVIII review
-Carnage Cup 2012 
-No love for Jason the Camera Guy
-Jay Cat goes in on Don Tony & The Masked Maniac

You Wanted The Ducks, You Got The Ducks!

This "mini" episode is for Reggie
Tonight ...
-Reggie wanted the ducks, so he gets the ducks
-WrestleMania preview and predictions
-Jay Cat talks video games (per Reggie's request)
-TNA discussion
 

Oi4k’s Jake Crist on Yakuza Kick Radio!

Tonight's guest is CZW Wired Champion Jake Crist!
Topics include:
-How did Jake break in to the business?
--Breaking in with his brother Dave
-Thoughts on his two ROH stints
--Gabe vs Adam Pearce?
-Memories of wrestling for Insanity Pro Wrestling
-How did Jake break in to CZW?
--Wrestling Sami Callihan
--How does he compare East Coast/Philly vs Midwest fans?
--Thoughts on winning the Wired title
--What led to his brother coming in?
-Thoughts on wrestling his brother
-How did Oi4k come about? What's the meaning of the name?
-What was Jake's experience wrestling for Ian Rotten?
-Favorite matches?
-What wrestlers did he admire growing up?
-Who was Jake's favorite opponent through the years?
-If he had to spotlight one match of his, what would it be?
-Any dream matches?
-What are his goals in wrestling?
-What are the worst injuries he has suffered?
-Getting right for his match vs Dave at "Best of the Best"
 
Also ...
-CZW discussion
--Hosting a Kevin Nash seminar?!?!
--Matches on upcoming DG USA shows
-Sami Callihan is ready for Sabu!
-Movie you should avoid ...
-RAW is nearly unwatchable
-WrestleMania is comin