Smoky Mountain Wrestling

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

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Jim Cornette Experience Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard Celebrity Jobber Podcast with Jeff Zito

Episode Mentions

Jim Cornette Experience · Apr 28, 2026

Episode 631: Random Order

“Jim Cornette's 1990s promotion used as benchmark for drawing power: 12,430 paid attendance and $103,975 gate for top three shows”

Dave Meltzer Star Ratings BiasTKO Executive Compensation StructureWWE Talent Release Strategy

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Jim Cornette Experience · Apr 1, 2026

Episode 627: Gravy On My Plate

“Cited as example of successful territory-era spot show business model generating $6,000 revenue in small towns”

In-Ring Safety Protocols and Concussion ManagementCelebrity Integration in Professional WrestlingStadium Event Economics and Ticket Sales Trends

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Jim Cornette Experience · Mar 16, 2026

Episode 625: Gloom, Despair, and Agony

“Jim Cornette's promotion used as example of proper inter-promotional angle execution in 1993”

Referee Safety and Medical Emergency Protocols in Professional WrestlingIndependent Wrestling Promotion Liability and Insurance RequirementsAEW's Booking Philosophy and Audience Growth Limitations

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Jim Cornette Experience · Feb 9, 2026

Episode 620: I Retract My Offer

“Historical example used to illustrate booking challenges and missed opportunities with talent like Bad Boy Billy Black.”

Vince McMahon's management philosophy and use of 'opportunity' as control mechanismRoyal Rumble booking changes and WrestleMania main event constructionVince Russo's creative pitch rejection and career trajectory analysis

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Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard · Jan 16, 2026

Episode 497: Royal Rumble 1996

“Jim Cornette's regional promotion; talent source and training ground for WWE prospects like Buddy Landell”

Royal Rumble 1996 event planning and talent acquisitionWWE vs WCW Monday Night Wars competitive strategyGuaranteed contract negotiations and budget management

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Celebrity Jobber Podcast with Jeff Zito · Jan 10, 2026

Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito - Al Snow

“Jim Cornette's promotion that gave Al Snow his initial opportunity after UFC 4 appearance”

Professional Wrestling Career DevelopmentOhio Valley Wrestling (OVW) OperationsWWE Career Trajectory and Gimmick Development

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